Body Surface Area Calculator

Last updated: July 4, 2026
Reviewed by Dr. Alana Reyes, MD

About this Calculator

Body Surface Area (BSA) measures the total surface area of the human body. It is widely used in clinical medicine to dose drugs.

Formula & Calculations

Mathematical Formula

Mosteller and Du Bois equations

Evaluates surface areas in m² using height and weight variables.

How to Calculate Step-by-Step

1

Input details

Gather height and weight.

2

Solve Mosteller

Multiply height by weight, divide by 3600, find square root.

How to Use & Best Practices

Provide your current weight and height parameters.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why use BSA instead of weight?

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BSA represents metabolic and blood volume parameters more closely than weight alone.

Dr. Alana Reyes, MD, MPH Clinical Reviewer

Dr. Reyes is a board-certified endocrinologist specializing in metabolic health.

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Body Surface Area

Mosteller Formula 1.84 m²
Du Bois Formula 1.85 m²
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