Major discrepency's in bodyfat measurement tools?!?!?!

[BodybuildingUniverse]

sounds expensive

 

[pwr_machine]

I'm only familiar with universities having the DEXA, but I'm sure some medical facilities offer the same service.

 

[argent]

I've heard many say, "the only accurate way to test is underwater weighing." However, dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) is becoming increasingly popular. It not only gives fat and lean body mass, but bone density measurements as well.

Yes but you will probably have to pay for DEXA. It is easier though to administer.

 

[pwr_machine]

I've heard prices ranging from $75-125 per scan. Maybe not a bad investment periodically/annually to see if you're packing on some muscle mass.

 

[spatts]

Like pwr_machine, I use a university one. I know the university sometimes uses volunteers in studies or in testing/calibrating the equipment. If you live near a university that offers one, you can check into that. Also, they tend to do it for less money if you are having other tests done. I get a caliper, hydro, DEXA, and most recently a BMR test for about $50 bucks. They also cut me a break if I refer people or take people with me.