Metabolic Core Unit (MCU)
The Metabolic Core Unit (MCU) of the CBBM, as part of the human/sleep laboratories, is available to all working groups in the CBBM for research studies. State-of-the art measurements on body composition and energy consumption of test persons can be performed.
The following examinations can be carried out:
- Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry
DEXA measurements are the gold standard to determine to measure total body composition.
- Air Displacement Plethysmography (BOD POD)
Using air displacement plethysmograph the body composition (fat and fat-free mass) can be determined.
- Indirect Calorimetry
By measuring oxygen uptake (O2) and carbon dioxide production (CO2) energy expenditure can be analyzed.
Coordination
PD Dr. rer. nat. Britta Wilms
Phone: +49 451 3101 7862
Email: britta.wilms(at)uni-luebeck.de
Office: CBBM, Ground Floor, Room 20
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