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Muscle mass variables and cut-off points for low muscle mass as recommended by GLIM and EWGSOP-2.
| Muscle Mass Variable | Cut-Off Points Female | Cut-Off Points Male |
|---|---|---|
| Appendicular skeletal muscle mass (ASM, kg) 1 | <15 kg | <20 kg |
| Appendicular skeletal muscle mass index (ASMI, kg/m2) 1 | <5.5 kg/m2 | <7 kg/m2 |
| Fat-free mass index (FFMI, kg/m2) 2 | <15 kg/m2 | <17 kg/m2 |
1 GLIM and EWGSOP-2 recommendations. 2 GLIM recommendation only.
