Method for determining a subject's degree of adiposity

Details Method for determining a subject's degree of adiposity Method for determining a subject's degree of adiposity

2005-08-26

2009-10-06

Ahmed, Samir A. (Department: 2624)

Image analysis

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Biomedical applications

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07599537

ABSTRACT:
A method for determining a subject's Barix, comprising receiving a scanned image of a subject's body, defining the torso portion of the scanned image, calculating the torso height, the torso surface area, and the torso volume of the torso portion, and applying a mathematical formula to the torso height, torso surface area, and torso volume calculations to produce a Barix calculation.

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Chan YL, “Body fat estimation in children by magnetic resonance imaging, bioelectrical impedance, skinfold and body mass index: A pilot study”, 1998, Journal of Pediatrics and Child Health, vol. 34, Issue 1, pp. 22-28.

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