Which growth chart reference is commonly used for children 2 years and older?

• A. CDC growth charts.
• B. WHO growth charts.
• C. National Pediatric Growth charts.
• D. No standard charts.

Answer: (A)

When evaluating growth in children, clinicians use reference charts to see how a child’s height, weight, and BMI compare with peers of the same age. For children aged 2 years and older, the standard chart used in the United States is the CDC growth charts. They provide percentile rankings for height-for-age, weight-for-age, and BMI-for-age, which helps identify undernutrition, overweight, and overall growth patterns over time. The CDC charts are based on a large, nationally representative sample and are widely adopted in clinics and public health.

World Health Organization growth charts are primarily used for younger children—often from birth up to about 5 years—and are common in international settings. There isn’t a separate universal “National Pediatric Growth charts” standard, and saying there are no standard charts isn’t accurate.