Krakauer and Krakauer reported a body shape index (ABSI). Chung subsequently used a log-transformation of the ABSI. This index and its Z-score overcome some of the limitations shown by the BMI and ABSI in predicting risk of cardiovascular disease.
Parameters for ABSI:
(1) waist circumference in meters (although measured clinically in cm)
(2) body mass index (BMI) in kilograms per square meter