BMI Calculator for 10-Year-Old Boy
To calculate the Body Mass Index (BMI) for a 10-year-old boy, it's important to use a growth chart specific for children rather than the standard adult BMI formula. The BMI for children is assessed using percentiles based on age and sex. Below is a summary of the key ranges to interpret BMI in children, including a table with BMI percentiles for a 10-year-old boy.
BMI Percentiles Interpretation for Children:
- Underweight: BMI below the 5th percentile
- Normal Weight: BMI between the 5th and 85th percentile
- Overweight: BMI between the 85th and 95th percentile
- Obese: BMI above the 95th percentile
Table for BMI Percentiles for a 10-Year-Old Boy:
| BMI (kg/m²) | Percentile Range | Weight Status |
|---|---|---|
| Below 14.0 | Below 5th | Underweight |
| 14.0 - 15.9 | 5th - 84th | Normal Weight |
| 16.0 - 17.4 | 85th - 94th | Overweight |
| 17.5 and above | 95th and above | Obese |