GAIA Level 2b Failure to Thrive

**Semantic type:** Classification

**Definition:** GAIA Level 2b Failure to Thrive is defined by either of two criteria: first, the following four requirements must be present: a) Infant age determined by a documented birth date; b) Weights are obtained using a spring balance scale; c) A minimum of two weights measured at least four weeks apart; d) Weight for age deceleration must pass through at least two centile spaces on a growth chart; OR second, the following three requirements must be present: a) Weight is measured using an electronic scale or beam balance scale; b) Length is documented using infantometer; c) Weight for length ratio less than or equal to the third centile on an appropriate growth chart.

**Synonyms:** - Global Alignment of Immunization safety Assessment in pregnancy Level 2b Failure to Thrive - Level 2b Failure to Thrive