Do Pounds Matter in Fat Loss?
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Diagnosis
Obesity is diagnosed by visual exam and body measurements using:
- Height and weight tables
- Body mass index
- Measuring body folds with a caliper
- Measuring waist-to-hip ratio
- Water-displacement tests
To rule out other medical conditions that may cause excess body weight, your doctor may order:
- Blood tests
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