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	1	Are there any cautions I should be aware of before the test?

		The following devices can cause a malfunction to the InBody system, so a test subject should not use the following electronic medical systems during the test. -Pacemaker -Electronic systems for maintaining the life such as mechanical heart/lung -Electronic medical systems such as ECG If you do not observe the following precautionary steps, errors can occur due to incorrect body impedance measurement. -Do not test a person who has a subsidiary system in metal inside the body -Do not wear stockings or socks during the test. If you do not observe the following precautionary steps, error can occur due to impact on the weight measurement. -Keep your stomach empty before the test. If you ate a meal, do the test 2 hours after the meal. -Do not wear heavy clothes during the test. -Do not keep your cell phone or heavy belongings with you during the test -Use the bathroom prior to testing. Minimize the factors that can be affected by measurement condition in order to enhance test result’s reliability. -Do the test before exercise or active work. -Do the test before obesity therapy (ultrasonic or low frequency therapy, exercise equipment therapy, heat therapy, injection therapy, etc.) -Do the test before a sauna or long bath. -Do the test at room temperature(20℃~25℃). -For the best results, do the test in the morning. -Stand for 5 minutes before the test. -Do not conduct test on females during their menstrual cycle.

	2	Can I trust WHR?

		InBody’s WHR measurement value shows a correlation coefficient, 0.913. Although the value is lower than other InBody’s result items, it has certain advantages; you can skip the troublesome work of tape-measurement. Also, its high rate of reproduction is the greatest advantage.

	3	Is it okay to wear accessories or metals during the test?

		For the ideal test condition, it is the best not to wear anything during the test. If clothing contacts your palms and/or the bottoms of your feet during the test, minor change of weight can affect on the test result. Try to maintain your body balance as much as possible during the test.

	4	Is the electric currency during the test harmless to the body?

		Bioelectrical impedance treatment uses very minor currency, which is absolutely harmless to the body. Its safety has been proven by acquiring medical system’s authorization in Korea, Europe, and the United States. Many medical institutions are using this method.