Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Body Fat Distribution

Deposits of ADIPOSE TISSUE throughout the body. The pattern of fat deposits in the body regions is an indicator of health status. Excess ABDOMINAL FAT increases health risks more than excess fat around the hips or thighs, therefore, WAIST-HIP RATIO is often used to determine health risks.

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Abstract

Deposits of ADIPOSE TISSUE throughout the body. The pattern of fat deposits in the body regions is an indicator of health status. Excess ABDOMINAL FAT increases health risks more than excess fat around the hips or thighs, therefore, WAIST-HIP RATIO is often used to determine health risks.

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Synonyms

5 entry terms
  • Body Fat Patterning
  • Distribution, Body Fat
  • Fat Distribution, Body
  • Fat Patterning, Body
  • Patterning, Body Fat

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14 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, instrumentation, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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History Note

2006

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  • Adipose Tissue (1967-2005)

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  1. E01w.370.600w.115.100.062
  2. G02.111.130w.134
  3. G03w.180w.134
  4. G07.100.049w.134

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WB 286

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Body Fat Distribution. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D050218. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D050218
  2. Body Fat Distribution. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q3640197