FAQs

How long does it take to perform a test?

InBody test takes about 45-seconds to perform the test. 

Vo2 Max test takes about 15 minutes

RMR test takes about 10-15 minutes

WHAT SHOULD I DO BEFORE INBODY TESTING?

People should not test while they have a fever, cold, or chill as body composition may not reflect typical body status. Prior to the test, it is important to go to the bathroom. People should not test after strenuous exercise or after using a sauna, steam room, or bath. People should test prior to a meal or two hours after a meal. Diuretics, such as caffeine, alcohol, and medications should not be taken before the test. People should make every attempt to be tested under the same conditions, for example, at a consistent time of day. 

ARE THERE ANY TYPES OF PEOPLE WHO SHOULD NOT BE TESTED ON THE INBODY?

CAN PREGNANT WOMEN BE TESTED?

CAN PEOPLE WITH ARTIFICIAL ELECTRICAL IMPLANTS BE TESTED?

People with artificial electrical implants such as a defibrillator or pacemaker should not be tested.

Women who are on their menstrual cycle will not get an accurate reading due to subtle changes in hydration and body water levels.

Pregnant women can be tested to measure data such as body water levels. However, due to changes in the mother’s body, such as the introduction of a fetus, and changes in body water balance, the results will not be as accurate as they would be otherwise.

WHAT CAN AFFECT TESTING ACCURACY?

Changes in body composition reflect body status, which may be affected by such things as disease, nutritional status, and medications. Hydration status can also affect body water, and in turn, affect results. Accessories such as jewelry may interfere with the electrical conductivity. As long as testing conditions and the testing environment are kept the same from test to test, the InBody will provide high data reproducibility.

HOW DOES THE INBODY WORK?

InBody devices use direct segmental measurement bioelectrical impedance analysis (DSM-BIA), a patented technology, to precisely measure body composition by sending multiple electrical currents through the body, resulting in up to six different impedance readings for the trunk and each of the four limbs. The innovative in-depth analysis of the InBody exam yields accurate results for body composition outputs, such as body fat mass, skeletal muscle mass, (segmental) lean body mass, and percent body fat.

WHAT IS IMPEDANCE?

Impedance is defined as the strength and speed of an electrical current through the body, measured in Ohms. Bioelectrical impedance analysis is based on the fact that tissues with high water content act as a conductor of an electrical current, whereas fat tissue interferes with electrical conductivity. The more fat there is in the body, the higher the impedance.

Why is InBody technology more expensive than other BIA devices?

InBody technology is patented and is different than that used in other BIA devices. InBody technology relies on direct measurement and can measure the body in a segmental fashion; is capable of accurately measuring impedance in the trunk region; uses multiple frequencies and does not need to use statistical (or empirical) data in calculating values; and evaluates a wide range of body types, from extremely obese, to elderly, to athletic.

How does the InBody compare to other BIA devices?

What are the major technical differences between the InBody and other BIA devices?

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  • The use of multiple frequencies to accurately measure intracellular AND extracellular water
  • 8-point tactile electrodes providing a direct and reproducible measurement
  • Segmental impedance measurements – to include accurate lean body mass measurements of the trunk
  • No empirical estimations required. No population-based statistical data is used in calculating results.
  • Pre-printed, colorful results sheets

What are the advantages of using multiple frequencies instead of a single frequency?

Using multiple frequencies improves accuracy and precision. At single, low frequencies, it is difficult for electrical currents to penetrate the cellular membrane and assess intracellular water. As frequencies get higher, the electrical current is more capable of penetrating the cellular membrane and accurately measuring intracellular water.

HOW OFTEN CAN YOU MEASURE BODY COMPOSITION?

Frequency of measurement is fully dependent on each facility and program.  Body of Truth recommends testing every 6-12 weeks.

 

 

 
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