Experimental Factor Ontology (EFO)
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Last submission date June 16, 2025
ID http://www.ebi.ac.uk/efo/EFO_0004340
http://www.ebi.ac.uk/efo/EFO_0004340
https://agroportal.lirmm.fr/ontologies/EFO/EFO_0004340
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body mass index

Synonyms
BMI Quetelet's Index
Definitions
An indicator of body density as determined by the relationship of BODY WEIGHT to BODY HEIGHT. BMI=weight (kg)/height squared (m2). BMI correlates with body fat (ADIPOSE TISSUE). Their relationship varies with age and gender. For adults, BMI falls into these categories: below 18.5 (underweight); 18.5-24.9 (normal); 25.0-29.9 (overweight); 30.0 and above (obese). (National Center for Health Statistics, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
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