Supine Abdominal Height

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The term Supine Abdominal Height "is a measure of the girth around the abdomen at a height that is half way between the top of your pelvis and your lower ribs. It is considered a more reliable measure of a person's girth than the waistline, and the measurement is taken by a health professional using a caliper".[1] It has been used to predict mortality in men.

Apparently, the definition is similar to Sagittal Abdominal Diameter.[1]

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  1. ^ a b Paddock, Catharine (2006-12-28). Belly Size Predicts Heart Disease Better Than Obesity. Medical News Today. Retrieved on 2007-01-04.


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