Test Your Knowledge

Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with health professionals regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor or registered dietitian the following questions related to body composition:

1. Should I have my body composition measured?
   
   
2. What are the pros and cons of the various tests?
   
   
3. What type of test do you recommend?
   
   
4. Where should I go for this test?
   
   
5. Will I have to pay for this test?
   
   
6. Should I have more than one test for increased accuracy?
   
   
7. Once my body composition has been measured, what steps will follow?
   
   
8. I’m involved in athletics. How low can I safely allow my body fat percentage to sink?
   
   
9. Where can I find more information about diet and exercise that can reduce my percentage of body fat?
   
   
10. I’m trying to become pregnant. Should I increase my percentage of body fat?