PROCEDURES

Body composition analysis

Body composition analysis measures the percentages of fat, muscle, bone, and water in your body, providing a more complete picture of health than weight alone.

Stepping on a scale only tells you your total weight. Body composition analysis shows what that weight is made of — how much is fat, muscle, water, and bone. This helps your doctor create a more personalised weight management plan.

Body composition can be assessed via bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA), or air displacement plethysmography. Key metrics include body fat percentage, visceral fat area, and skeletal muscle mass. These provide prognostic information beyond BMI.

At Accord Medical Clinic, body composition analysis is used to track progress during weight management — ensuring fat loss rather than muscle loss, and guiding individualised treatment adjustments.

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Medical Disclaimer

This library is for general education and does not replace individual assessment by a qualified healthcare professional. Always consult a doctor for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

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