The evaluation of obesity begins with a history and physical examination.

Physical findings in someone with obesity may include:

• Weight more than 30 percent greater than normal for height
• Body mass index over 30

Tests that may be used to evaluate obesity include:

• Serum cholesterol level
• Triglyceride level
• HDL level
• LDL level
• Fasting blood glucose
• Glucose tolerance testing
• Urinalysis
• BMI measurement
• EKG
• Thyroid profile