calculateBMI(weightlbs, heightinches)
Last updated January 21, 2005
Version: 1 | Requires: ColdFusion MX | Library: UtilityLib
Description:
This function calculates the Body Mass Index based on Lbs and Inches.
It receives 2 numeric arguments, one for weight in pounds, and another for height in inches.
Return Values:
Returns a number.
Example:
<cfoutput>#bmi#</cfoutput>
Parameters:
| Name | Description | Required |
|---|---|---|
| weightlbs | Weight in pounds. | Yes |
| heightinches | Height in inches. | Yes |
Full UDF Source:
<!---
Calculates the Body Mass Index.
@param weightlbs Weight in pounds. (Required)
@param heightinches Height in inches. (Required)
@return Returns a number.
@author Elyse Nielsen (Elyse@anticlue.net)
@version 1, April 14, 2005
--->
<cffunction name="calculateBMI" returntype="numeric" hint="This function calculates an individuals Body Mass Index">
<cfargument name="WeightLbs" type="numeric" required="yes" hint="The person's weight in pounds">
<cfargument name="HeightInches" type="numeric" required="yes" hint="The person's height in inches">
<cfset var HI2 = "">
<cfset var WHI = "">
<cfset var BMI = "">
<cfset HI2 = HeightInches * HeightInches>
<cfset WHI = WeightLbs / HI2>
<cfset BMI = WHI * 703>
<cfreturn decimalFormat(BMI)>
</cffunction>
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