Table 1.
Baseline Characteristics of Study Participants (n = 24 healthy men)
| Variable | Mean (SD) | Range (95% CI) | Clinically Accepted Normal Ranges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age (Years) | 26 (5.2) | 23.8–28.2 | |
| Weight (kg) | 76.6 (6.6) | 73.8–79.4 | |
| Height (m) | 1.83 (0.05) | 1.82–1.85 | |
| Body mass index, BMI (kg/m2) | 22.9 (1.6) | 22.2–23.6 | 18.5–24.9 |
| Pulse (beats per minute) | 66 (9.9) | 61.8–70.2 | 60–100 |
| Systolic blood pressure (mmHg) | 128 (10.2) | 123.7–132.3 | ≤ 120 |
| Diastolic blood pressure (mmHg) | 68 (8.2) | 64.5–71.5 | ≤ 80 |
| Hemoglobin concentration (mmol/L) | 9.2 (0.6) | 8.95–9.45 | 8.3–10.5 (men) |
Number of participants: 24 healthy men
Participant characteristics and measurements. SD, standard deviation; CI, confidence interval
Data are presented as mean (standard deviation, SD) with corresponding 95% confidence interval (95% CI). BMI (body mass index) was calculated from self-reported weight and height [5]