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Body composition analysis of animals : a handbook of non-destructive methods / edited by John R. Speakman

Published
Cambridge ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 2001.
Physical Description
x, 242 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Additional Creators
Speakman, J. R. (John R.)

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Contents
Morphological indicators of body condition: useful or wishful thinking? -- Standard methods for destructive body composition analysis -- The isotope dilution method for the evaluation of body compostition -- Gas dilution methods: elimination and absorption of lipid-soluble gases -- The use of total body electrical conductivity (TOBEC) to determine body composition in vertebrates -- The use of bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) for estimation of body composition -- The assessment of body composition and other parameters by ultrasound scanning -- The use of dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry for the measurement of body composition.
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ISBN
0521663385
Bibliography Note
Includes bibliographical references and index.
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