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Scrub size chart & converter
Convert scrub sizes across US, UK, EU and Asian systems, or find your size from body measurements. Alpha sizes (XS–5XL) are the anchor most scrub brands share — but every measurement below is the real currency that fits.
Find by measurement
The reliable way — measure the fullest part, tape level and snug.
Convert a known size
Have a size in one system? See it in all the others.
Full scrub size chart
Ranges are a general industry guide — brands differ. For a production order we send the exact centimetre spec sheet for each style.
| Alpha | US | UK | EU | Bust (cm) | Waist (cm) | Hip (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 0–2 | 4–6 | 32–34 | 81–84 | 61–64 | 86–89 |
| S | 4–6 | 8–10 | 36–38 | 86–89 | 66–69 | 91–94 |
| M | 8–10 | 12–14 | 40–42 | 91–96 | 71–76 | 97–102 |
| L | 12–14 | 16–18 | 44–46 | 99–104 | 79–84 | 104–109 |
| XL | 16–18 | 20–22 | 48–50 | 107–112 | 86–91 | 112–117 |
| 2XL | 20–22 | 24–26 | 52–54 | 114–119 | 94–99 | 119–124 |
| 3XL | 24–26 | 28–30 | 56–58 | 122–127 | 102–107 | 127–132 |
| 4XL | 28–30 | 32–34 | 60–62 | 130–135 | 109–114 | 135–140 |
| 5XL | 32–34 | 36–38 | 64–66 | 137–142 | 117–122 | 142–147 |
| Alpha | US | UK | EU | Chest (cm) | Waist (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 34 | 34 | 44 | 81–86 | 66–71 |
| S | 36 | 36 | 46 | 89–94 | 74–79 |
| M | 38–40 | 38–40 | 48–50 | 97–102 | 81–86 |
| L | 42 | 42 | 52 | 104–109 | 89–94 |
| XL | 44 | 44 | 54 | 112–117 | 97–102 |
| 2XL | 46–48 | 46–48 | 56–58 | 119–124 | 104–109 |
| 3XL | 50 | 50 | 60 | 127–132 | 112–117 |
| 4XL | 52 | 52 | 62 | 135–140 | 119–124 |
| 5XL | 54 | 54 | 64 | 142–147 | 127–132 |
How to measure
- Bust / chest: around the fullest part, under the arms, tape level with the floor.
- Waist: around the narrowest part of the torso, usually just above the navel.
- Hip: around the fullest part of the seat, standing with feet together.
Keep the tape snug, not tight, and stand naturally. When a measurement falls between two sizes, size up for scrubs — they should move with you through a shift.
Scrub size chart in inches
The same chart as above, converted from centimeters and rounded to the nearest half inch.
Women’s scrubs size chart (inches)
| Size | US | Bust (in) | Waist (in) | Hip (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 0–2 | 32–33 | 24–25 | 34–35 |
| S | 4–6 | 34–35 | 26–27 | 36–37 |
| M | 8–10 | 36–38 | 28–30 | 38–40 |
| L | 12–14 | 39–41 | 31–33 | 41–43 |
| XL | 16–18 | 42–44 | 34–36 | 44–46 |
| 2XL | 20–22 | 45–47 | 37–39 | 47–49 |
| 3XL | 24–26 | 48–50 | 40–42 | 50–52 |
| 4XL | 28–30 | 51–53 | 43–45 | 53–55 |
| 5XL | 32–34 | 54–56 | 46–48 | 56–58 |
Men’s and unisex scrubs size chart (inches)
| Size | US | Chest (in) | Waist (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 34 | 32–34 | 26–28 |
| S | 36 | 35–37 | 29–31 |
| M | 38–40 | 38–40 | 32–34 |
| L | 42 | 41–43 | 35–37 |
| XL | 44 | 44–46 | 38–40 |
| 2XL | 46–48 | 47–49 | 41–43 |
| 3XL | 50 | 50–52 | 44–46 |
| 4XL | 52 | 53–55 | 47–49 |
| 5XL | 54 | 56–58 | 50–52 |
How scrub sizing works
Scrubs are sized by body measurement, not by the number on your usual clothes. A size M in one brand can fit like an L in another, so measuring is the only reliable way to choose. Our sizes run from XS to 5XL in both women’s and men’s cuts, with petite and plus-size and maternity options for buyers who need them.
- Women’s cuts have shaping at the waist and hip. Use bust, waist and hip together.
- Men’s and unisex cuts are straighter through the body. Chest decides the top size and waist decides the pant size.
- Unisex scrubs are usually cut on a men’s block, so many women go down one size, or choose a women’s cut instead.
Between two sizes? How to choose
- Stretch fabric: in 4-way stretch blends such as poly-rayon-spandex, stay in your measured size; the fabric moves with you.
- No-stretch fabric: in poly-cotton or 100% cotton, go up a size if you are between two.
- Jogger vs straight-leg pants: joggers gather at the ankle and forgive a slightly long inseam; straight-leg pants show length more, so petite buyers often prefer a petite cut.
- Tops worn over layers: if staff wear a long-sleeve undershirt in winter, size up the top only.
US, UK and EU scrub sizes compared
Alpha sizes (XS to 5XL) mean the same thing everywhere, but number sizes do not. For women’s scrubs, the UK number is usually four higher than the US number (US 8 = UK 12) and the EU number is 32 higher (US 8 = EU 40). For men, US and UK sizes both use chest inches, and EU sizes are about ten higher (US 40 = EU 50). Australian women’s sizes broadly follow UK numbering. If you buy across countries, go by body measurements rather than the label.
Ordering scrubs in bulk for a team
For hospital, clinic or retail orders, the cleanest way to size a team is to collect each person’s measurements, or reuse the size split from your last uniform order, and send it to us as a size curve. We cut every style to that curve, so you are not left with boxes of sizes nobody wears. Not sure of fit? Request a sample in two neighboring sizes before you place the bulk order. Buyers stocking ranges can see our wholesale scrubs program and wholesale scrub sets.
Scrub sizing FAQ
How do scrub sizes run?
Scrubs are sized by body measurement, not by your dress or shirt size. Measure your bust or chest, waist and hip, then match them to the chart. Our scrubs run XS to 5XL in women’s and men’s cuts.
Should I size up in scrubs?
Size up only if your measurements fall between two sizes and you prefer a looser fit, or if you choose a fabric without stretch such as poly-cotton or 100% cotton. In 4-way stretch fabrics most people stay in their measured size.
What is the difference between unisex and women’s scrub sizing?
Unisex scrubs are usually cut on a men’s block: straighter through the body with less shaping at the waist and hip. Many women go down one size in unisex scrubs, or choose a women’s cut for a closer fit.
Are UK and US scrub sizes the same?
Alpha sizes (S, M, L) line up, but number sizes do not. For women, the UK number is usually four higher than the US number, so a US 8 is a UK 12. Men’s chest sizes in inches are the same in both.
Are Australian scrub sizes different from American sizes?
Australian women’s sizes broadly follow UK numbering, so an Australian 12 is close to a US 8. Use your body measurements rather than the label number when buying across countries.
Do scrubs shrink?
Polyester-rich blends such as poly-rayon-spandex and polyester-spandex shrink very little. Cotton-heavy fabrics can shrink slightly in hot washes; our 100% cotton scrubs are pre-shrunk, and we give shrinkage guidance on the fabric spec.