Example DEXA Body Composition Report

Jayden Pacocha

Date Fri 13th Dec 2024 9:00
Tests DEXA Body Composition

DEXA Scan BMI Classification

  • BMI stands for Body Mass Index. It is a numerical value calculated from a person's weight and height and is commonly used to assess whether a person has a healthy body weight for their height.
  • BMI dates back to the 1830s, and lacks information on fat distribution in the body, which is crucial for assessing health risks.
  • BMI cannot differentiate between muscle and fat, often misclassifying muscular individuals as overweight or obese.
Height
168.0 cm
Weight
68.0 kg
BMI
24.1
Classification
Healthy
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
45

Normal weight

  • Lower risk of obesity-related health conditions
  • Reduced risk of cardiovascular diseases
  • Improved overall health and longevity

DEXA Scan Body Fat Results

Total Body Fat 32.6%

What this means

For women, the above average range is generally between 32-39%.

The American Council on Exercise introduced body fat classifications in the late 1980s to early 1990s.

Body Fat Classifications

Classification % Body Fat
Essential 10 - 14
Athletic 14 - 21
Fit 21 - 25
Average 25 - 32
Above Average 32 - 39
Obese 39+

How you really compare to others of the same age and sex

The graph opposite provides a standardised measure accounting for age and sex, leading to more accurate and clinically relevant assessments compared to BMI and body fat classifications.

DEXA Scan Visceral Fat

Fat
Lean
Bone

Visceral fat, surrounds organs like the liver and intestines, unlike subcutane- ous fat under the skin. While it cushions organs, excess visceral fat increases health risks such as heart disease and diabetes.

A healthy measurement for you would be < 100cm².

Your Visceral fat measurement is 71.2cm²

Low
Increased
Moderate
High
Severe

50cm²

100cm²

150cm²

200cm²

250cm²

Low risk for metabolic disorders, cardiovascular diseases

Maintenance

  • Maintain a balanced diet
  • Regular physical activity
  • Monitor body composition

DEXA Scan Lean Indices

The lean indices provide a measure of the body's lean mass, which includes muscles and other non-fat tissues, crucial for understanding overall body composition and health.

Lean/Height²:
15.5 kg/m²

Whole Body

Young Normal
25 year old Female

57%

You have more lean mass than
57 out of 100 young adults.

Age Matched
39 year old Female

50%

You have more lean mass than
50 out of 100 people your age.

Appen Lean/Height²:
6.42 kg/m²

Arms and Legs

Young Normal
25 year old Female

49%

You have more lean mass than
49 out of 100 young adults.

Age Matched
39 year old Female

46%

You have more lean mass than
46 out of 100 people your age.

DEXA Scan Body Composition Results

Lean Mass
Head 2.562 kg
Left Arm 2.022 kg
Right Arm 2.282 kg
Trunk 22.930 kg
Android * -
Gynoid * -
Left Leg 6.801 kg
Right Leg 7.018 kg
Subtotal 41.053 kg
Total 43.615 kg

*Android: Belly, Gynoid: Bum, hips and thighs

*Subtotal excludes Head, Andriod & Gynoid.

*Total excludes Andriod & Gynoid.

Fat Mass % Fat YN AM
932 g 23.2
1.402 kg 39.2 48 35
1.407 kg 36.4 38 26
10.014 kg 29.9 38 22
1.631 kg 34.6
4.420 kg 39.7
4.119 kg 36.3 22 16
4.354 kg 36.9 23 17
21.297 kg 33.2 31 19
22.229 kg 32.6 31 19
Total Mass
4.025 kg
3.580 kg
3.864 kg
33.519 kg
4.712 kg
11.138 kg
11.333 kg
11.798 kg
64.094 kg
68.119 kg

The YN score shows how you compare to a 25 year old Female.

AM (Age Matched): Compares you to other 39 year old Females.

Lean/Height²
Whole Body 15.5kg/m²
Arms & Legs 6.42kg/m²
Lean Mass

Compared to a 25 year old Female

Below
Average
Above
57%
49%
Lean Mass

Age Matched 39 year old Female

Below
Average
Above
50%
46%
Fat Mass
Left Arm 1.402 kg
Right Arm 1.407 kg
Trunk 10.014 kg
Left Leg 4.119 kg
Right Leg 4.354 kg
Total 22.229 kg
Fat %

Compared to a 25 year old Female

Below
Average
Above
48%
38%
38%
22%
23%
31%
Fat %

Age Matched 39 year old Female

Below
Average
Above
35%
26%
22%
16%
17%
19%

DEXA Scan Body Symmetry Analysis

Lean + BMC

Left Imbalance Right
Arms 2.178 kg
2.457 kg
Legs 7.213 kg
7.444 kg

Fat Mass

Left Imbalance Right
Arms 1.402 kg
1.407 kg
Legs 4.119 kg
4.354 kg

Total Mass

Left Imbalance Right
Arms 3.580 kg
3.864 kg
Legs 11.333 kg
11.798 kg

DEXA Scan T-score

The T-score shows how your bone density compares to the optimal peak bone density of a 25 year old Female.

The World Health Organization (WHO) defines osteoporosis and osteopenia based on T-scores:

  • Normal bone density: T-score above -1 SD
  • Osteopenia (low bone density): T-score between -1 and -2.5 SD
  • Osteoporosis: T-score of -2.5 SD or lower

T-Score is 0.2. You have Normal Bone Density

Osteoporosis
Osteopenia
Normal Bone Density
-4
-3
-2
-1
0
+1
+2
+3
+4

Please Note: Full-body bone density scans provide an overall indication of bone health, but for a definitive osteoporosis diagnosis, please arrange separate scans of the hip and spine.

It's important to note that T-scores alone do not determine fracture risk; other factors such as age, sex, medical history, and lifestyle also play a role. Additionally, a T-score is just one component of a comprehensive assessment for osteoporosis and fracture risk. Interpretation of T-scores should be done in consultation with a healthcare professional.

Dexa Scan Bone Results

k = 1.173, d0 = 48.2
327 x 150

Your bone mineral density is 1.118g/cm²

Area (cm²) BMC (g) BMD (g/cm²) T-Score Z-Score
Left Arm 219.04 155.85 0.712
Right Arm 239.40 175.09 0.731
Left Ribs 118.48 81.82 0.691
Right Ribs 107.89 75.40 0.699
Thoracic Spine 145.75 130.67 0.897
Lumbar Spine 54.56 55.77 1.022
Pelvis 181.17 230.63 1.273
Left Leg 374.16 412.00 1.101
Right Leg 382.71 426.34 1.114
Subtotal 1823.15 1743.58 0.956
Head 212.52 531.54 2.501
Total 2035.67 2275.12 1.118 0.2 0.0

DEXA Scan Z-score

The Z-score shows how your bone density compares to the bone densities of others who are the same age, gender, and ethnicity.

  • Z-scores between -1 and +1: Very common. Most people (about 68 out of 100 people your age) have Z-scores in this range.
  • Z-scores between -2 and +2: Less common. Most people (about 95 out of 100 people your age) fall in this range.
  • Z-scores beyond -3 and +3: Very rare. Almost everyone (about 997 out of 1000 people your age) has Z-scores within this range.

Your Z-Score is 0.0

-4
-3
-2
-1
0
+1
+2
+3
+4

Z-scores for bone density compare an individual's bone density to the average bone density of people of the same age, sex, and body size. A Z-score of 0 indicates that the bone density is exactly average. Scores below -2.0 may suggest a higher risk of bone fractures or underlying medical conditions affecting bone health.

Interpreting your Dexa Scan Results

Interpreting the Data

Here's what each column means in your DEXA scan body composition results:

  • Fat Mass (g): The amount of fat in grams in that specific body area.
  • Lean + BMC (g): The combined weight of muscle and bone mineral content in grams.
  • Total Mass (g): The total weight of the body area, including fat, muscle, and bone.
  • % Fat: The percentage of the total mass that is fat in that area.
  • YN: Your percentile rank compared to an average 25 year old of the same sex.
  • AM: Your percentile rank compared to the average of someone your age and sex.

Are These Results Good or Bad

  • Higher Percentiles: Generally mean you have more lean mass or fat in that area compared to others.
  • Lower Percentiles: Mean you have less lean mass or fat in that area compared to others.

Remember, these results are just one way to look at your health. It's always good to talk to a health professional to understand what these numbers mean for you personally and what steps you might take to stay healthy.

Body Fat Percentile Examples

  • 25th Percentile: If you are in the 25th percentile, you have less fat than 75 out of 100 people. Most people have more fat than you.
  • 50th Percentile: If you are in the 50th percentile. Half of the people have more fat than you, and half have less.
  • 75th Percentile: If you are in the 75th percentile, you have more fat than 75 out of 100 people. Only 25 out of 100 people have more.

Interpreting your Dexa Scan Results

BMC

BMC stands for Bone Mineral Content, and it is typically measured in grams (g). BMC refers to the total amount of minerals (primarily calcium and phosphorus) present in the bones. It is an important component of bone health assessment, along with bone mineral density (BMD).

BMD

BMD stands for Bone Mineral Density. It refers to the amount of mineral (primarily calcium and phosphorus) present in bone tissue, typically measured in grams per square centimetre (g/cm²) or grams per cubic centimetre (g/cm³). Bone mineral density is a key indicator of bone strength and density, providing valuable information about bone health.

Disclaimer

The information provided is for general guidance and not a substitute for professional advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting any fitness or weight loss program, especially if you have health conditions or take medications. Use the information at your own discretion and responsibility.

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This report was compiled using BodyCompPro software for DEXA scanners, providing you with gold standard results interpreted through the most advanced body composition software available.

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