Total Cholesterol Is Not Associated With DXA-Derived Visceral Adipose Tissue in Collegiate Rugby Union Athletes

TopSCHOLAR (Western Kentucky University) 2026

Authors: Regan Renfro, Hayden Johnson, Christian Moncayo Rivera, Stephanie Hansford, Dalton Prye, Matthew Poole, Saheed Jaiyeola, Sage A Newman, Adesiji Adetona, Oscar Woodside, J. B. Hughes, Preston James
+5 more Kelly Hines, Jade Simon, Drew Edward Gonzalez, Christopher D. Greenleaf, Mike Spillane
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Abstract

Visceral fat has shown a direct correlation with unhealthy cholesterol levels. PURPOSE: Determine the association between point-of-care total cholesterol (TC) and DXA-derived visceral adipose tissue (VAT) in collegiate rugby union athletes. METHODS: Twenty-one male rugby athletes (age 21.7±2.1 y; BMI 28.9±6.7 kg/m²) completed morning testing (06:00-09:00 h) following an overnight fast, post-void, no caffeine ≥12 h, and no exercise ≥24 h; hydration was screened prior to DXA. TC (mg/dL) was assessed from capillary whole blood via fingerstick using an Accutrend Plus analyzer. Values below the device reporting limit (

Fields of Study & Subjects

Body Composition Measurement Techniques Diabetes Cardiovascular Risks and Lipoproteins Lipoproteins and Cardiovascular Health

Publication details

Journal / source
TopSCHOLAR (Western Kentucky University)
Publication date
21 February 2026
Language
EN