What is the MUAC rating and how is it used?
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Mid-upper arm circumference, or MUAC, was first used in nutritional surveys in Haiti in 1958 and gained widespread use during the Nigerian Civil War in 1969. This simple, non-invasive measurement is now a vital tool used globally to assess the nutritional status of both children and adults, and understanding **what is the MUAC rating** is key to interpreting its quick and effective results.
