Resting Metabolic Rate - $100

Duration:

Total lab time is approximately 45 minutes. Actual test time is approximately 30 minutes.

Description:

This test is used to determine your resting metabolic rate, which can be useful when planning a diet and trying to determine daily energy (calorie) requirements. This test involves lying quiet on a table while breathing into a mask which is interfaced with metabolic gas analysis equipment. Based on the amount of oxygen consumed during quiet rest, technicians can determine the approximate resting caloric cost. That is, the amount of calories (kcal) "burned". In conjunction with an assessment of your activity profile, this test provides sound baseline data pertaining to your caloric needs.

Note: For best results, this test is performed first thing in the morning following an overnight fast.