What is the M-100?
The Marsden M-100 is premium-quality Class III Approved column scale, with a 300kg capacity, 50g accuracy and an integrated height measure. It has a unique space-saving ‘corner’ design, easy to use functions and is the complete measuring solution for hospital wards, outpatient clinics and GP surgeries.
How can I calculate BMI?
With an integrated height measure, the M-100 can easily be used to calculate a person’s BMI. Simply allow the patient to stand on the scale and raise the height measure to the correct height. Then press the BMI key to enter into BMI mode.Enter the height using the keypad and weight, height and BMI will all appear on the screen.
To find out more about how to calculate BMI with the Marsden M-100, watch the video above.
BMI is recognised worldwide as the most common way to assess whether a person is overweight or not. It is calculated by dividing a person’s weight in kilograms by the square of their height in metres. To find out your BMI you can also use this BMI chart.
What is a Class III Approved scale?
A Class III Approved scale like the M-100 is built, tested, verified and calibrated in order to meet a specific standard. If a scale is used in the determination of mass in the practice of medicine for the purpose of monitoring, diagnosis and medical treatment’ it must be Class III Approved. These scales are rigorously tested by an EU notified body to provide the user with assurance that it is accurate, reliable and fit for purpose. Find out more here.