| Interpretation | Index values |
|---|---|
| Severe thinness | < 16,0 |
| Moderate thinness | 16,0 - < 17 |
| Mild thinness | 17,0 - < 18,5 |
| Normal weight | 18,5 - < 25 |
| Overweight | 25,0 - < 30 |
| Obesity level I | 30,0 - < 35 |
| Obesity level II | 35,0 - < 40 |
| Obesity level III | >= 40,0 |
Source: World Health Organization (WHO)