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Cross-calibration of eight-polar bioelectrical impedance analysis versus dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry for the assessment of total and appendicular body composition in healthy subjects aged 21-82 years

M. Malavolti Human Nutrition Chair University of Modena and Reggio Emilia Italy
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C. Mussi Geriatrics Chair University of Modena and Reggio Emilia Italy
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M. Poli Food Science and Nutrition Unit USL Modena Italy
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A. L. Fantuzzi Human Nutrition Chair University of Modena and Reggio Emilia Italy
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G. Salvioli Geriatrics Chair University of Modena and Reggio Emilia Italy
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N. Battistini Food Science and Nutrition Unit USL Modena Italy
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G. Bedogni Human Nutrition Chair University of Modena and Reggio Emilia Italy
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Pages 380-391 | Published online: 09 Jul 2009

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