All of the Following Are Features of Using Weight Measures

question 14

Multiple Choice

All of the following are features of using weight measures for the assessment of disease risk EXCEPT

• A)they are easy to administer.
• B)they are inexpensive to obtain.
• C)they reveal the location of excess body fat.
• D)they are predictive of risk of degenerative diseases.

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Definitions:

Genetic Disorders

Diseases or conditions caused by abnormalities in an individual's DNA, which can be inherited or result from mutations.

Collagen Development

The process by which collagen, a key protein in connective tissues, is synthesized and organized, crucial for maintaining the structural integrity, elasticity, and strength of tissues.

Blood Calcium Levels

The concentration of calcium ions in the bloodstream, crucial for bone health, muscle contraction, and nerve function.

Calcitonin

A hormone produced by the thyroid gland that helps regulate calcium levels in the blood by decreasing the concentration of calcium.