Bio-electric Impedance Analysis (BIA)

HBN uses bio-electric impedance analysis (BIA) to assess body composition, including body fat in relation to lean body mass.

Domains Assessed: Physical

References:

• Kyle, U. G., Bosaeus, I., De Lorenzo, A. D., Deurenberg, P., Elia, M., Gómez, J. M., ... & Scharfetter, H. (2004). Bioelectrical impedance analysis—part I: review of principles and methods. Clinical nutrition, 23(5), 1226-1243.
• Kyle, U. G., Bosaeus, I., De Lorenzo, A. D., Deurenberg, P., Elia, M., Gómez, J. M., ... & Scharfetter, H. (2004). Bioelectrical impedance analysis—part II: utilization in clinical practice. Clinical nutrition, 23(6), 1430-1453.
• RJL Systems Quantum IV Body Composition Analyzer

Note: BIA is administered to all participants.

Time to Complete: 30 minutes

A complete list of assessments can be found here.