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Indirect calorimetry Flashcards

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calorimetry

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measure of heat

direct calorimetry: measures heat production

indirect calorimetry: estimates energy expenditure by measuring VO2 and VCO2

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applications of indirect calorimetry

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evaluate substrate utilisation
estimate energy expenditure
optimising athletic performance and assessing aerobic fitness
clinical applications: assessing metabolic needs: assessing metabolic needs of patients

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respiratory exchange ratio

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VCO2 / VO2

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