Diagnostic Test
Body Fat Distribution
Diagnostics
Overview
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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Quick facts about Body Fat Distribution
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- MeSH classification
- E01.370.600.115.100.062|G02.111.130.134|G03.180.134|G07.100.049.134
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Source: Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), produced by the U.S. National Library of Medicine. EuroCareFinder is not endorsed by the National Library of Medicine. MeSH version: 2026.