Pre-test protocol
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DEXA
CLOTHING
Loose fitting workout-type clothes. Compression clothing can give inaccurate results.
No loose bulky clothing, like jeans, cargo pants or clothes with lots of pockets
Ideally no zippers or buttons
Sports bra/athletic bra or tank with no underwire
We recommend shorts and a tank top or t-shirt for best results. We want to scan you in your body’s most natural state with your body relaxing onto the table
JEWELRY
Remove all metal and jewelry
This includes underwire bras
FOOD/WATER
No calcium supplements. This includes Tums and similar products
Fast for 2 hours prior to scan for the clearest scan possible
Arrive hydrated
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VO2
CLOTHING
Comfortable workout clothes
Running shoes for treadmill test
Athletic shoes or cycling shoes with SPD cleats for cycling test
EXERCISE
This test is best when fully rested. We recommend refraining from heavy exercise for 24 hours prior to your test
FOOD/WATER
Do not eat or drink anything except water for 4 hours prior to your test
Do not consume alcohol or use nicotine for 24 hours prior to your test
Please take your regularly prescribed medications
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RMR
CLOTHING
Come as you are - no special clothing indicated for this test
EXERCISE
Test is most accurate if you have not exercised immediately prior to the test
FOOD/WATER
This test is most accurate if you have fasted for 4-5 hour prior to the test, having only water
Best if you have refrained from stimulants on the day of your test (this includes medications) and avoid alcohol within 12 hours of the test