Mid-Upper Arm Circumference: Age Trend
Median MUAC rises from 34.4 to 35.6 cm in men (20-29 to 40-49 peak) and from 30.9 to 33.1 cm in women (20-29 to 50-59 peak), then declines, with the largest drop into the 80+ bracket.
Mid-Upper Arm Circumference Body Composition Trend
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Mid-Upper Arm Circumference Median Values
| Age | Male (cm) | Female (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| 20-29 | 34.4 | 30.9 |
| 30-39 | 34.9 | 32.6 |
| 40-49 | 35.6 | 32.5 |
| 50-59 | 34.5 | 33.1 |
| 60-69 | 33.6 | 32.2 |
| 70-79 | 33.3 | 31.6 |
| 80+ | 31.2 | 29.3 |