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Phenotypic Criteria for malnutrition diagnosis.
| Phenotypic Criteria | ||
|---|---|---|
| Weight Loss (%) | Low Body Mass Index (kg/m2) | Reduced Muscle Mass |
| >5% within past 6 months Or >10% beyond 6 months |
<20 if <70 years, or <22 if >70 years Asia: <18.5 if <70 years, or <20 if >70 years |
Reduced by validated body composition measuring techniques |
