The world’s gold standard for fast, accurateand safe body composition assessmentBody Composit ion Assessment

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The BOD POD is the world’s only Air Displace-ment Plethysmography (ADP) system using whole body densitometric principles to determine body composition (Fat and Fat-Free Mass) in adults and children.

In comparison to other body composition assessment methods, the BOD POD’s Air Displacement Plethysmography has elimi-nated the invasiveness of Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DXA) as well as the difficul-ties associated with underwater submersion in hydrostatic weighing.

The combination of accuracy, safety and speed has resulted in the BOD POD now being recognized as the practical Gold Standard for body composition assessment from a long list of universities and research centers.

The BOD POD is ideal for assessing the body composition of special populations such as:

■ elderly persons

■ people with disabilities

■ subjects weighing up to 250 kg

■ children and young children from 2 to 6 years with the Pediatric Option™

The BOD POD’s ability to test virtually all populations makes it the most flexible option for frequent testing and longitudinal tracking of body composition changes over time.

THE BOD POD TECHNOLOGYACCURATE: Technology validated in over 2000 published research articles within a diverse range of subjects, since 1995.

SAFE: Non-invasive (no radiation) Air Displa-cement Plethysmography technology.

QUICK: easy assessments in about 5 minutes.

DURABLE: The BOD POD is designed for dura-bility over time. An internal diagnostic func-tion analyses system performance.

CONNECTED: OMNIA™ software provides data-base management activities, networking, communication via HL7® protocol and integration of BOD POD test data with all COSMED systems and connected devices.

Proven AccuracyEach BOD POD is a complete turnkey system based on the same operating principles as hydrostatic (underwater) weighing, using whole-body densitometry to determine body composition. This technique relies on a mass measurement from the precise electronic scale and a volume measurement from the test chamber. Once body density (Density = Mass/Volume) is determined, measures or predicts Thoracic Gas Volume (TGV) and uses densitometric equations to calculate percent Fat and Fat-Free mass.

The BOD POD® GS-X is the 4th generation of the world’s first and only Air Displacement Plethysmography (ADP) System using whole-body densitometry to determine body composition in adults and children.

Since its introduction in 1994, the BOD POD has been used extensively worldwide for a variety of applications within the Healthcare, Academic/Research, Performance, Wellness sectors, Nutri-tion Counseling, Military and Public Safety.

Over 2000 published research studies have validated BOD POD accuracy, reliability and excellent test-to-test repeatability within a diverse range of subjects, including athletes1, elderly2, obese3, pregnant women4, military5 and children6.

Measurements have been found to be equiv-alent (no statistically significant difference) to those obtained using 4-Compartment Model reference techniques.

Simple and easy for both subject and operator

█ Gold Standard accuracy using whole-body densitometry

█ Two compartment model analysis (Fat, and Fat-Free mass)

█ Safe, non-invasive, and ideally suited for frequent testing

█ Quick test time (less than 5 minutes)█ Automatic calibration system█ Exclusive database of body composition

references over a wide range of subjects

█ Pediatric option™ (for children from 2 to 6 years)

█ Thoracic Gas Volume (TGV) option

Test SequenceThe BOD POD’s efficient automatic calibra-tion system, the easy subject maneuvers and the user-friendly software interface allow for a complete test to be accomplished in less than 5 minutes:

■ Enter basic subject information

■ Measure subject’s mass using high precision electronic scale

■ Measure subject’s body volume while sitting inside the BOD POD for 2 minutes

■ Measure or predict TGV

■ Display and print body composition test results

■ Clean and disinfect the BOD POD unit

There are no operator licenses necessary for testing with the BOD POD: the process is extremely fast and easy.

Powered by OMNIA™ SoftwareThe advanced OMNIA Software enhances BOD POD performances:

■ Exclusive database of body composi-tion references are provided for adults, elderly (up to 90 years old), and athletes (over 40 sports and roles).

■ References are provided as Mean +/- 1, 2, 3 SD, providing valuable information on results distribution.

■ Ability to edit and print software-gener-ated automatic interpretation.

■ Population density models included for children, adults, pregnant women, and ethnic groups.

User-friendly and straightforward software interface providing quick access to features and commands

Comprehensive test report for quick and easy interpretation

Easy body composition assessment of young children with Pediatric Option

■ Integration of BOD POD with all COSMED systems and connected devices in one single database. It makes possible to correlate Body Composition results with data coming from other assessment such as Resting Energy Expenditure of Cardio Respiratory Fitness (VO2Max).

■ Ability to enter compartmental informa-tion (total Body Water, Bone Density, Protein), allowing 3- or 4-compartment models calculations.

■ OMNIA Network available as an option to centralize data via SQL database either in a small or large LAN/WAN.

MaintenanceThe BOD POD is designed for durability over time. Should the need arise, each BOD POD has an internal diagnostic function for analyzing system performance and providing feedback to service personnel.

Pediatric Option™The BOD POD Pediatric Option allows for the body composition assessment of young chil-dren between 2 and 6 years old, and as small as 12kg6. It includes a customized seat insert to create a safe and comfortable testing envi-ronment and a calibration reference volume.

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Research Articles (Partial Listing)

Review & Validation

Air displacement plethysmography: Cradle to grave. FIELDS DA, et al. Nutr Clin Prac, 30(2):219-226 (2015)

Interdevice variability in percent fat estimates using the BOD POD. BALL SD, et al. Eur J Clin Nutr, 59(9): 996-1001 (2005)

Body-composition assessment via airdisplacement plethys-mography in adults and children: A review. FIELDS DA, et al. Am J Clin Nutr, 75:453-467 (2002)

Evaluation of a new air displacement plethysmograph for measuring human body composition. MCCRORY MA, et al. Med Sci Sport Exerc, 27(12): 1686-1691 (1995)

Population

(1) Athleths

Body composition variables by sport and sport-position in elite collegiate athletes. FIELDS JB, et al. J Strength Cond Res, 32(11): 3153–3159 (2018)

Prevalence of cardiovascular disease risk factors among National Football League players. TUCKER AM, et al. JAMA, 301(20):2111-2119 (2009)

(2) Elderly

Body composition by the four-compartment model: validity of the BOD POD for assessing body fat in Mexican elderly. ALEMÁN-MATEO H, et al. Eur J Clin Nutr, 61:830-836 (2007)

(3) Obesity

Body composition assessment in overweight women: valida-tion of air displacement plethysmography. WINGFIELD HL, et al. Clin Physiol Funct Imaging, 34(1):72-76 (2014)

ADP Validation in overweight and obes subjects. GINDE SR, et al. Obes Res, 13(7):1232-1237 (2005)

(4) Pregnancy

Advances in assessing body composition during pregnancy. MOST J, et al. Eur J Clin Nutr, 72:645-656 (2018)

The two-component model for calculating total body fat from body density: An evaluation in healthy women before, during and after pregnancy. FORSUM E, et al. Nutrients, 6(12):5888-5899 (2014)

(5) Military

Building efficiency and quality in health education: The Army Wellness Center model. RIVERA LO, et al. ACSM’s Health & Fit-ness Journal, March/April 20(2):19-23 (2016)

(6) Children

The paediatric option for Bod Pod to assess body composi-tion in preschool children: What fat-free mass density values should be used? NYSTRÖM CD, et al. Br J Nutr, 120(7):797-802 (2018)

Air-displacement plethysmography pediatric option in 2-6 years old using the four-compartment model as a criterion method. FIELDS DA, et al. Obesity, 20(8):1732-1737 (2012)

Body composition techniques and the four-compartment model in children. FIELDS DA, et al. J Appl Physiol, 89:613-620 (2000)

More scientific studies at: www.cosmed.com/bibliography

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Product Description REFBOD POD GS-X Gold Standard body composition tracking system A-661-230-040Standard packaging BOD POD unit; Power Supply, 10 kg Calibration Weights (2 pcs), Electronic Scale, USB Cable,

OMNIA™ Software, Window Cleaner, Window Cleaning Cloths (5 pcs), Swim Cap, Nose Clip, Operator’s Manual

MeasurementsBody Composition Body Weight, Body Volume, Body Density, Fat Mass (kg and %), Fat-Free Mass (kg and %),

Thoracic Gas Volume (TGV) Mass Measurement (high precision digital scale)Dimensions & Weight (Scale) 35.6 x 40.6 x 8.9 cm / 10.7 kgWeight range up to 250 kgAccuracy 0.05%Calibration Certified 20 Kg weightsVolume MeasurementDimensions & Weight (POD) 167x84x135 cm / 250 kgChamber volume 500 LAccuracy ±100 ml of Cylinder VolumeCalibration Automatic (Electronic Internal)Environmental ConditionsTemperature 21-27° C (operating); 5-38°C (storage)Humidity 20-70% (non-condensing)Barometric Pressure 75-106 KPa (562-795 mm Hg)HardwarePower requirements 100-240V ± 10% 50/60 HzSoftware OMNIAAvailable languages Italian, English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Greek, Dutch, Turkish, Russian, Chinese

(Traditional & Simplified), Korean, Romanian, Polish, Czech, Norwegian, Hebrew (interpretation only)Required PC Configuration Windows® 10 (64-bit) Minimum Requirements: Windows 7, 8,10Optional Modules Description REFPediatric Option™ For subjects between 2 and 6 years of age (as small as 12 kg) A-661-230-042Lung Volumes Thoracic Gas Volume (TGV) A-670-100-027Workstations (Cart) Several Medical Carts are availablePeripherals PC Computer, Monitor, PrinterOMNIA Network LAN/WAN small or large network environment (SQL)OMNIA Connector HL7 Connector for HIS Workflow managementSafety & Quality StandardsMDD (93/42 EEC); FDA 510(k); EN 60601-1 (safety) / EN 60601-1-2 (EMC)

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