Body Fat Distribution

Synonyms

Body Fat Patterning

Distribution, Body Fat

Fat Distribution, Body

Fat Patterning, Body

Patterning, Body Fat

Deposits of ADIPOSE TISSUE throughout the body. The pattern of fat deposits in the body regions is an indicator of health status. Excess ABDOMINAL FAT increases health risks more than excess fat around the hips or thighs, therefore, WAIST-HIP RATIO is often used to determine health risks.