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There is a lack of consensus among investigators on a single accepted 'reference' approach for quantifying fat mass in vivo.
Researchers should be aware of the variability in methods for measuring fat mass, which may affect study outcomes.
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Nevertheless, a consensus is lacking among investigators on a single accepted 'reference' approach for quantifying fat mass in vivo.
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Multi‐component molecular‐level body composition reference methods: evolving concepts and future directions
Steven B. Heymsfield et al. · Obesity Reviews · 2015
DOI 10.1111/obr.12261
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