Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry Body Composition Reference Values from NHANES
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Implication
Randomized trial provides body composition reference values in the NHANES population, indicating important clinical uses.
Key Points
- The aim is to provide updated reference values for body composition metrics using DXA from the NHANES dataset.
- Analyzed DXA measures across age groups (8 to 85 years) in a population-based sample.
- Normalized reference values for children and adults based on different metrics (age, height, lean mass).
- Developed an obesity classification scheme using BMI and Fat Mass Index for comprehensive assessment.
- Reference values for %fat, fat mass, lean mass, and bone mineral content are established for various age groups.
- Obesity classification thresholds were matched for Fat Mass Index based on adult BMI metrics.
- Reference values assist in evaluating fat and lean abnormalities and facilitate entry criteria in clinical trials.
Cite This Study
Kelly et al. (2009) studied this question.