Comparing different methods to measure resting metabolism
Official title: Comparison Of Measured To Predicted Resting Metabolism
Run by Ohio University · NCT06350253 · Data updated 2026-05-14
This study is no longer in our active list. It may have stopped recruiting or finished. The details below are as of 2026-05-14 and are kept for reference. Check ClinicalTrials.gov for its current status, or see similar studies below.
This study is testing different ways to measure resting metabolism in adults aged 18-60 to see which method gives the most accurate results.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 60 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 150 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Ohio University Academic / other |
| Drugs / interventions | cart |
| Locations | 1 site (Athens, Ohio) |
| Trial ID | NCT06350253 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are healthy men and women aged 18-60 without known metabolic or cardiovascular diseases.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with metabolic diseases, cardiovascular issues, or those on specific medications may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study aims to compare resting metabolic rate (RMR) values obtained from bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), established prediction equations, and the gold standard method of indirect calorimetry. Researchers will assess the accuracy of these methods to determine how well they estimate RMR, which is crucial for understanding energy expenditure. The study will involve participants aged 18-60, who will undergo measurements using both a metabolic cart and a handheld indirect calorimeter, alongside BIA assessments. The findings could help clarify the reliability of various RMR measurement techniques.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve the accuracy of RMR assessments, leading to better weight management strategies for patients.
How similar studies have gone: While there have been studies on RMR measurement methods, this specific comparison of BIA and handheld indirect calorimetry against the gold standard is relatively novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Men \& women, aged 18-60 Exclusion Criteria: * Have any known or suspected metabolic diseases such as diabetes, thyroid disorder, or high cholesterol * Have any known or suspected cardiovascular or pulmonary diseases such as hypertension * Are currently on beta blockers, taking antihypertensives, or antidepressants * Current smoker or quit less than a year ago * Unwilling to provide finger stick and urine sample
Where it's running
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Ohio University Exercise Physiology Lab
Athens, Ohio, United States Recruiting
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.