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The skin fold test is a widely used method to assess percent body fat by measuring subcutaneous fat with a skinfold caliper. It can be performed measuring either 7 sites or 3 sites for men and women. If done correctly according to guidelines, the error is +/- 3%. The procedure involves firmly grasping a skin fold and lifting it so it can be measured with calipers. Key points are carefully locating landmarks, taking folds on the right side, and measuring folds in a circuit while keeping the skin elevated. Th
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- Nafy Omar
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