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Standard Growth Charts

Standard growth charts measure body mass index (BMI), height, weight, head circumference, and weight versus length. By default, the growth charts use chronological age and are not corrected for genetic syndromes or premature birth. An option is available on some growth charts to adjust the plot for gestational age. Standard growth charts use data from the World Health Organization (WHO) or Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

The table below lists the standard growth chart types by age group and provides the data source and percentiles graphed.

TypeBMIAgesData SourcePercentiles GraphedAge Adjustment

Plot

(Body Mass Index)≥ 24 monthsCDC3, 5, 10, 25, 50, 75, 85, 90, 95, 97, 99X
Height0-24 monthsWHO2, 5, 10, 25, 50, 75, 90, 95, 98X
2-20 yearsCDC3, 5, 10, 25, 50, 75, 90, 95, 97
Weight0-24 monthsWHO2, 5, 10, 25, 50, 75, 90, 95, 98X
2-20 yearsCDC3, 5, 10, 25, 50, 75, 90, 95, 97
Head Circumference0-36 monthsWHO2, 5, 10, 25, 50, 75, 90, 95, 98X
Weight for Length0-24 monthsWHO2, 5, 10, 25, 50, 75, 90, 95, 98N/A
2-20 yearsCDC3, 5, 10, 25, 50, 75, 85, 90, 95, 97