Maternal height was measured to the nearest 0.1 cm using a Seca 213 Portable Stadiometer (SECA, Hamburg, Germany) at 26-28 weeks’ gestation. Self-reported pre-pregnancy weight and measured weight at the first antenatal visit (≤14 weeks of gestation) were collected. Body mass index (BMI) was calculated as weight (kg) divided by the square of height (m2). Since maternal BMI at the first antenatal visit was strongly correlated with pre-pregnancy BMI (r=0.96, p<0.001) and without subject to recall bias, it was used for analyses in this study. Serial measurements of maternal weight throughout pregnancy were collected from the medical records. Linear mixed-effects model with the Best Linear Unbiased Predictor was used to estimate linear trajectory of gestational weight gain (GWG) per week between 15 to 35 weeks’ gestation for each individual (29 ). Total GWG was not computed as not all women had weight data near to their delivery (within four weeks of delivery). Maternal weights at ≤14 weeks’ gestation and 18 months postpartum were measured to the nearest 0.1 kg using an electronic weighing scale (SECA, Hamburg, Germany). PPWR was calculated as the difference between measured weight at ≤14 weeks’ gestation and measured weight at 18 months postpartum.
Electronic weighing scale
Manufactured by Seca
Sourced in Germany, United Kingdom
Electronic weighing scales are precision instruments designed to measure the weight or mass of an object. They utilize electronic sensors and digital displays to provide accurate and reliable weight measurements. The core function of these scales is to quantify the force exerted by an object on the scale platform.
Automatically generated - may contain errors
9 protocols using electronic weighing scale
1
Maternal Height, Weight, and Gestational Weight Gain
2
Anthropometric Measurements of Pediatric SCBT Patients
Check if the same lab product or an alternative is used in the 5 most similar protocols
+ Expand
Standardized questionnaires were used to collect data on age, sex, puberty, and ethnicity58 (link),59 (link). Medical records were consulted to verify and collect data regarding tumor type, location, sidedness and treatment modalities for SCBT.
Anthropometric measurements included weight measured to the nearest 0.1 kg using an electronic weighing scale (Seca, USA) and height using a stadiometer measured to the nearest 0.1 cm. BMI (kg/m2) and TMI (kg/m3) were determined using height and weight measurements from all participants. BMI percentile was determined from the Children’s BMI Tool for Schools60 (link). BMI z-scores were determined from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) growth chart61 .
Fat mass percentage (%FM) was used to determine adiposity in the participants that was measured with the Tanita body fat monitor (Tanita Corporation, Illinois, USA)62 (link).
Anthropometric measurements included weight measured to the nearest 0.1 kg using an electronic weighing scale (Seca, USA) and height using a stadiometer measured to the nearest 0.1 cm. BMI (kg/m2) and TMI (kg/m3) were determined using height and weight measurements from all participants. BMI percentile was determined from the Children’s BMI Tool for Schools60 (link). BMI z-scores were determined from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) growth chart61 .
Fat mass percentage (%FM) was used to determine adiposity in the participants that was measured with the Tanita body fat monitor (Tanita Corporation, Illinois, USA)62 (link).
3
Cycling Time Trial Performance After RIPC
Check if the same lab product or an alternative is used in the 5 most similar protocols
+ Expand
Immediately after the RIPC or SHAM procedure, participants completed a maximal 1-hr cycling TT using a computerised cycling program (Racer Mate CompuTrainer, UK).
Participants used their own bikes where possible to improve consistency between both roadand lab-cycling positions during experimental trials. Rate of perceived exertion (RPE) was monitored every 10 minutes using the Borg scale (Borg, 1982) . Heart rate (HR) was measured throughout exercise using short-range telemetry and average power output (W) was recorded from the CompuTrainer software. Participants were made aware of time and HR throughout the TT, but were blinded to all other physiological feedback until the completion of the final TT. Pre-and immediately post-exercise, body mass was recorded using an electronic weighing scale (SECA, Germany) along with heart rate, systolic and diastolic blood pressure using an automated sphygmomanometer (Dinamap, GE Medical, Wisconsin, USA). Biomarkers and cardiac function were assessed over four time points: Pre-(PRE); immediately post (POST-OH); 1-hr post (POST-1H) and 3-hr post (POST-3H) TT exercise.
Participants used their own bikes where possible to improve consistency between both roadand lab-cycling positions during experimental trials. Rate of perceived exertion (RPE) was monitored every 10 minutes using the Borg scale (Borg, 1982) . Heart rate (HR) was measured throughout exercise using short-range telemetry and average power output (W) was recorded from the CompuTrainer software. Participants were made aware of time and HR throughout the TT, but were blinded to all other physiological feedback until the completion of the final TT. Pre-and immediately post-exercise, body mass was recorded using an electronic weighing scale (SECA, Germany) along with heart rate, systolic and diastolic blood pressure using an automated sphygmomanometer (Dinamap, GE Medical, Wisconsin, USA). Biomarkers and cardiac function were assessed over four time points: Pre-(PRE); immediately post (POST-OH); 1-hr post (POST-1H) and 3-hr post (POST-3H) TT exercise.
4
Evaluating Musculoskeletal Injury History
Check if the same lab product or an alternative is used in the 5 most similar protocols
+ Expand
Eligible participants completed an informed consent form to partake in this study and then completed an online survey regarding their injury and training history. Participants then attended a single baseline testing session in which isometric strength, joint motion, navicular drop and foot posture index (FPI) were assessed following the completion of the Par-Q questionnaire. Their survey information was verbally reviewed for accuracy and completeness. Height (m) and body mass (kg) were recorded using a portable stadiometer and electronic weighing scales, respectively (Seca, UK). A Certified Athletic Therapist (AB) and a Chartered Physiotherapist with experience in musculoskeletal therapy (SD) completed all testing components. Both testers practiced all aspects of the protocol prior to testing under the instruction and supervision of a senior researcher and clinician. Due to the presence of multiple and bilateral injuries and potential recall bias in remembering the side of injury, the average value of the sum of both sides were used for each measure.
5
Anthropometric and Blood Pressure Measurement Protocol
Check if the same lab product or an alternative is used in the 5 most similar protocols
+ Expand
Twelve FRAs were trained to collect anthropometric and blood pressure measurements according to standard protocols, contemporaneously with the interviews. Anthropometric measures included standing height, sitting height, weight, waist circumference and were measured to the closest 0.1 cm/kg. Leg length was estimated from standing height and sitting height measured using portable stadiometers (Seca, Germany). BMI was calculated from standing height and weight using electronic weighing scales (Seca, Germany). Waist circumference was measured using measuring tapes. Blood pressure was measured using Omron HEM-7200 automatic blood pressure monitors (Omron Healthcare, Japan). Three blood pressure recordings were obtained from after 10 min of rest with 2–3 min intervals between measurements. Quality checks were done by random spot checking, and by the data entry team.
6
Anthropometric Measurements in Children
Check if the same lab product or an alternative is used in the 5 most similar protocols
+ Expand
Height (cm), sitting height (cm), leg length (cm) and mass (kg) were recorded to the nearest cm and 100g respectively using a stadiometer (SECA Instruments, Ltd, Germany), electronic weighing scales (SECA, Instruments, Ltd, Germany) and anthropometric measuring tape. Children were dressed in shorts and t-shirt and without shoes. The age at peak height velocity (APHV) was determined using height, sitting height, leg length, body mass and chronological age as a measure of maturation using the Mirwald prediction equation (Mirwald, Baxter-Jones, Bailey, & Beunen, 2002) .
7
Anthropometric Measurements: Height and Weight
Check if the same lab product or an alternative is used in the 5 most similar protocols
+ Expand
Standing height was measured to the nearest cm using a stadiometer (Seca 217, Hamburg, Germany) and body mass was measured to the nearest 0.1 kg using electronic weighing scales (Seca, Hamburg, Germany).
8
Lung Function in African-Caribbean Children with SCD
Check if the same lab product or an alternative is used in the 5 most similar protocols
+ Expand
African-Caribbean children with SCD (homozygous for sickle cell hemoglobin) were recruited. Ethnic matched children, who were either siblings of the SCD children or from local schools, were recruited as controls. The controls were age matched to the SCD years such that their age was within 2 y of the SCD children. Only children over 7 y of age were recruited as they were likely to be able to complete all the lung function tests.
The study was conducted in the Amanda Smith Unit at King's College Hospital. No child underwent testing within 2 wk of an upper respiratory tract infection or an SCD child within a month of suffering a vaso-occlusive crisis. A history was taken of past and current respiratory symptoms and medication for respiratory problems. Standing height was measured using a wall-mounted stadiometer (Holtain, Crymych, Dyfed, UK), and weight using electronic weighing scales (Seca, Birmingham, UK). This study was conducted in accordance with the amended Declaration of Helsinki. The study was approved by the King's College Hospital Research Ethics Committee (approval number (08/H0808/29) and parents gave informed written consent for their child to take part.
The study was conducted in the Amanda Smith Unit at King's College Hospital. No child underwent testing within 2 wk of an upper respiratory tract infection or an SCD child within a month of suffering a vaso-occlusive crisis. A history was taken of past and current respiratory symptoms and medication for respiratory problems. Standing height was measured using a wall-mounted stadiometer (Holtain, Crymych, Dyfed, UK), and weight using electronic weighing scales (Seca, Birmingham, UK). This study was conducted in accordance with the amended Declaration of Helsinki. The study was approved by the King's College Hospital Research Ethics Committee (approval number (08/H0808/29) and parents gave informed written consent for their child to take part.
9
Anthropometric Measurements and FMS Assessment
Check if the same lab product or an alternative is used in the 5 most similar protocols
+ Expand
Anthropometric measurements were carried out individually in a sports hall prior to the performance of the fundamental movement skills (FMS). Children wore shorts and a t-shirt, but shoes were removed. Height (cm) and body mass (kg) were recorded to the nearest cm and 0.1 kg respectively using a stadiometer and electronic weighing scales (SECA Instruments Ltd., Hamburg, Germany), respectively. Body Mass Index (BMI) was calculated as Kg/m2. Children were classed as overweight if they were in the 85th centile and obese if in the 95th centile [25 (link)]. Using these criteria, 64% of children were classified as “normal weight” and 36% as “overweight/obese”.
About PubCompare
Our mission is to provide scientists with the largest repository of trustworthy protocols and intelligent analytical tools, thereby offering them extensive information to design robust protocols aimed at minimizing the risk of failures.
We believe that the most crucial aspect is to grant scientists access to a wide range of reliable sources and new useful tools that surpass human capabilities.
However, we trust in allowing scientists to determine how to construct their own protocols based on this information, as they are the experts in their field.
Ready to get started?
Sign up for free.
Registration takes 20 seconds.
Available from any computer
No download required
Revolutionizing how scientists
search and build protocols!