If MUAC is <23.5 cm, BMI is likely to be <20 kg/m2. If MUAC is >32.0 cm, BMI is likely to be >30 kg/m2. The use of MUAC provides a general indication of BMI and is not designed to generate an actual score for use with ‘MUST’. For further information on use of MUAC please refer to The ‘MUST’ Explanatory Booklet. BAPEN

It involves measuring the circumference of the upper arm at the midpoint between the shoulder and the elbow. MUAC is commonly used for screening malnutrition in children and adults and helps in identifying those at risk of undernutrition or acute malnutrition.

The MUAC value ≤22.5 cm presented a sensitivity of 67.7%, specificity of 94.5%, and a correct classification of 90%. No significant statistical differences were found in the cut-off point of MUAC for the diagnosis of malnutrition based on sex (p = 0.115) and age (p = 0.694). Conclusions 1) MUAC correlates positively and significantly with BMI.

Mar 9, 2024 · MUAC values below certain thresholds are often used to classify adults with malnutrition. For example, MUAC values below 22 cm in women and below 23 cm in men are sometimes used as indicators of malnutrition in adults.

Aug 12, 2023 · Weight (in kg)=MAC in cm−15 /10. Where MAC is the mid-arm circumference in centimeters. The subtraction of 15 and division by 10 are constants derived from extensive …

MUAC is a useful indicator of malnutrition that can be used in ill patients (normal MUAC >23 cm in males, >22 cm in females). [7] Nutrition and oral health are interrelated.

Mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC) is a simple and effective anthropometric measurement used to assess nutritional status, particularly in individuals with suspected malnutrition.

Dec 13, 2006 · Mid-upper arm circumference MUAC is a simple estimate of muscle mass that involves a measurement round the upper arm at the mid point. Minimum values of about 22cm in females and 25cm in males have been suggested (GPnotebook, 2005). More usefully it can be correlated with BMI.

Sep 1, 2021 · MUAC cut-offs were similar in females, relative to males, in all tribes. Males with MUAC<24cm and females with MUAC<22 encompassed significantly higher numbers of CED than those with MUAC≥24...

Self- Verification of competence is undertaken by assessment against the following statements: Responsibility for competency remains with the individual, so if you are in any doubt regarding your competence to perform this measurement, you should seek further training.