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measure Children's Body Image Scale
Study: Generation R Mode of collection: SelfAdministeredQuestionnaire Available measurements: Main Cohort 9-10 years 13-14 yearsThe Body Image Scale consists of seven gender-specific figures in ascending order of adiposity, which correspond with actual sex-adjusted body mass index (BMI) categories, including underweight, normal weight, overweight and obesity. Using the same figures, children’s satisfaction with their body size was also assessed.Created May 3, 2023 • Updated May 3, 2023 -
measure Length and weight
Study: TRAILS Mode of collection: MeasurementsAndTests Anthropometrics/Body measures Available measurements: Population cohort T1 T2 T3 T4 T5 T6 T7
Clinical cohort T1 T2 T3 T4 T5 T6Assessment of length and weight using a stadiometer and personal scale.Created March 28, 2023 • Updated March 28, 2023 -
measure Skinfold thickness
Study: TRAILS Mode of collection: MeasurementsAndTests Biological sample/measurement Available measurements: Population cohort T1 T3 T4
Clinical cohort T1 T3 T4Assessment of body fat. Skinfold thickness can noninvasively and reliably be measured at various sites of the body using a skinfold caliper. Based on measurements at multiple sites of the body, the total body fat and contribution of fat to the body mass can be estimated.Created March 28, 2023 • Updated March 28, 2023