DETERMINATION OF BIOLOGICAL AND CHRONOLOGICAL AGE IN CHILDREN
Keywords:
biological age, chronological age, child development, growth assessment, skeletal maturityAbstract
Assessment of biological and chronological age is an essential component of pediatric
health evaluation, providing valuable information about a child's growth, maturation, and
developmental status. While chronological age is determined by the date of birth, biological age
reflects the actual physiological and functional maturity of the organism. Differences between these
indicators may reveal growth disorders, endocrine abnormalities, nutritional deficiencies, or
developmental delays. This article examines the principles, methods, and clinical significance of
determining biological and chronological age in children. Particular attention is given to
anthropometric measurements, skeletal maturity assessment, dental development, and secondary
sexual characteristics as reliable markers of biological age. Understanding the relationship between
biological and chronological age contributes to accurate diagnosis, individualized healthcare, and
effective monitoring of child development
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