TESTING SERVICES — Cardiovascular and Applied Physiology Laboratory

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TESTING SERVICES

DXA, DEXA, dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry, body composition, body density — Body Composition

We use dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) scans to measure muscle mass, fat mass, and bone mineral density. [Biorender image]

inspiratory muscle strength training, IMST, respiratory — Respiratory Function (coming soon)

We use spirometry to measure forced vital capacity, forced expiratory volume in one second, peak inspiratory pressure during a forceful inhalation, and maximal voluntary ventilation. (Photo credit: Casey A. Cass/University of Colorado)

Arterial Stiffness & Blood Pressure Waveform Analysis (coming soon)

We use non-invasive approaches to measure arterial stiffness (applanation tonometry) and central pressure waveforms (upper arm cuff).

flow-mediated dilation, artery health, vascular function, blood vessel — Blood Vessel Dilator Function (coming soon)

We use sonography to measure brachial artery flow-mediated dilation non-invasively. This is the gold standard measure of vascular endothelial function.

blood, blood draw, blood analysis — Blood Biomarker Analysis

We collect venous blood samples to measure several health biomarkers (e.g., cholesterol).

cardiovascular, ambulatory blood pressure, blood pressure monitor, cardiovascular health — Ambulatory Blood Pressure (coming soon)

We use the automated monitors validated for measuring ambulatory 24-hour blood pressure. This is the gold standard measure of blood pressure.

physical activity, exercise, tracking, activity, actigraph — Physical Activity & Sleep Monitoring (coming soon)

We use waist and wrist accelerometers to measure physical activity and sleep habits in daily life.