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Printed on 4/21/2026
For informational purposes only. This is not medical advice.
The full Mini Nutritional Assessment (MNA) is a validated geriatric nutrition instrument combining screening and detailed assessment sections to generate a total score from 0 to 30. It helps detect malnutrition and pre-malnutrition risk early, supporting targeted nutrition interventions, functional preservation, and improved outcomes in older adults.
Formula: MNA Full total = screening subtotal (0-14) + assessment subtotal (0-16), range 0-30.
Standard MNA full cutoffs are >=24 normal nutrition, 17-23.5 at risk, and <17 malnutrition.
Lower MNA totals indicate greater nutritional vulnerability and need for active nutrition-focused care planning.
Use for older adults in outpatient geriatrics, hospital intake, rehabilitation, and long-term-care follow-up when comprehensive nutrition screening is needed.
Scores may be influenced by acute illness and reporting quality; interpretation should include clinical context and objective nutrition data.
For related assessments, see MNA-SF, MUST Score and Protein Intake.
Disclaimer: This tool is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider with questions about your health.
Screen malnutrition risk in older adults with the MNA-SF 6-item tool (score 0-14).
NutritionScreen adults for malnutrition risk using BMI, unplanned weight loss, and acute disease effect with the MUST score.
NutritionCalculate recommended daily protein intake based on body weight, activity level, and fitness goals.
GeriatricsScreen frailty using the 5-item FRAIL scale (Fatigue, Resistance, Ambulation, Illnesses, Loss of weight).