Table 2. Metabolic rate (RMR), respiratory quotient (RQ) and vital signs during rest before (Day 1) and after (Day 4) 3 days of T4 treatment (mean ± SD).
Day 1 | Day 4 | P value | |
Body Weight (kg) | 75.0±4.7 | 75.0±4.8 | 1.00 |
RMR (kcal/d) | 1612±142 | 1672±129† | 0.059 |
Resting RQ | 0.83±0.03 | 0.85±0.03 | 0.02 |
Heart Rate (bpm) | 57±9 | 59±8 | 0.38 |
Blood Pressure (mm Hg) | |||
Systolic | 122±9 | 121±6 | 0.91 |
Diastolic | 83±6 | 83±6 | 0.84 |