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Sensitivity and specificity of body mass index and skinfold thicknesses in detecting excess adiposity in children aged 8-12 years

G. Bedogni Human Nutrition Chair, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy
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L. Iughetti Pediatrics Clinic, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy
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M. Ferrari Pediatrics Clinic, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy
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M. Malavolti Human Nutrition Chair, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy
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M. Poli Human Nutrition Chair, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy
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S. Bernasconi Pediatrics Chair, Parma University, Italy
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N. Battistini Human Nutrition Chair, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy
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Pages 132-139 | Published online: 09 Jul 2009

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