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Calculate body mass index from weight and height.
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Overweight screening calculator
Compare current weight with a selected BMI-based upper screening weight.
On this page
Current BMI27.76
Weight above selected boundary8.74KG
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How to calculate
Compare current weight with a selected BMI-based upper screening weight.
Current BMI = weight/height^2; Weight above selected boundary = weight-upper*height^2
Worked example
Current weight (kg): 85; Height (m): 1.75; Selected upper BMI: 24.9.
Current BMI: 27.76 ; Weight above selected boundary: 8.74 kg.
Assumptions and limits
BMI is a screening measure and can misclassify individuals. A negative difference means weight is below the selected boundary.
Results are rounded for display; calculations use unrounded values. Read our calculation methodology.
Understanding the result
Compare current weight with a selected BMI-based upper screening weight. The displayed figures use the inputs and formula shown on this page.
When this tool is useful
Use the overweight screening to compare a scenario, check an estimate, or verify a manual calculation.
Understanding your inputs
| Input | What to enter |
|---|---|
| Current weight (kg) | Enter a number of at least 0.000001 and no more than 1000000000000. |
| Height (m) | Enter a number of at least 0.000001 and no more than 1000000000000. |
| Selected upper BMI | Enter a number of at least 10 and no more than 60. |
Frequently asked questions
What should I check before using the overweight screening result?
BMI is a screening measure and can misclassify individuals. A negative difference means weight is below the selected boundary.
Is this overweight screening result exact?
It is exact for the stated mathematical model and entered values. Real-world results can differ when rates, timing, fees, definitions or measurement conditions differ.