Body Fat %: Whole-Body Densitometry

Purpose: Whole body densitometry to determine body composition

Equipment: Body Pod device

Procedure: The Whole-Body Densitometry is the most accurate method of calculating body composition and body fat. Prior to testing:

• Don’t eat or drink for at least 3 hours (no food and no liquids).
• Don’t exercise for at least 3 hours.
• Wear form fitting clothing (spandex or lycra).
• Don’t apply any lotions or skin creams
• Don’t wear any jewelry.
• Note how much body hair the subject has.