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Recommendations for Cutpoints for Weakness and Low Lean Mass in Men and Women
| Cutpoint | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Weakness | ||
| Recommended: grip strength (GSMAX) | <26 kg | <16 kg |
| Alternate: grip strength adjusted for BMI (GSMAXBMI) | <1.0 | <0.56 |
| Appendicular lean body mass | ||
| Recommended: ALM adjusted for BMI (ALMBMI) | <0.789 | <0.512 |
| Alternate: ALM | <19.75 kg | <15.02 kg |
Notes: ALM = appendicular lean mass; BMI = body mass index.
