Identification of Risk Phenotypes for Sarcopenia Using DXA WBC, Anthropometric and MA Among Young Adults

Identification of Risk Phenotypes for Sarcopenia Using DXA Whole Body Composition, Anthropometric and Muskuloskeltal Analysis Among Young Adults

This cross-sectional study aims to identify risk phenotypes for sarcopenia among young adults using Dual-energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DXA) for whole-body composition analysis, along with anthropometric and musculoskeletal assessments. Sarcopenia, characterized by the loss of muscle mass and strength, is a growing concern, particularly among the aging population.

However, early identification in young adults can allow for preventive strategies to improve long-term health outcomes. This study, involving 221 participants aged 15 to 35, focuses on assessing the correlation between DXA-derived body composition, musculoskeletal fitness, and anthropometric measurements with sarcopenia risk. Primary outcome measures include DXA imaging and dynamometry for body composition and strength evaluation, while secondary outcomes focus on detailed anthropometric and musculoskeletal analyses. By addressing early risk factors in younger populations, this research hopes to enhance understanding of sarcopenia's development and support early intervention strategies. Data collection is conducted at the Center of Nuclear Medicine in Lahore, Pakistan.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Young Adults ( between 15-35) (7)

Exclusion Criteria:

• Elderly Patients
• Children below the age of 18 Years
• Diagnosed Malignancy
• Diagnosed Patients
• Diseased Individuals such as Chronic Illness and Malignancies