Babies measuring below the 10th percentile for their gestational age are classified as small for gestational age (SGA). This diagnosis, determined via ultrasound or birth weight, helps identify infants at higher risk for metabolic and growth complications. Pediatricians and neonatologists use this metric to tailor monitoring and early intervention, benefiting newborns and their families through proactive, specialized care.
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