InBody Scan & Body Composition Analysis in Lubbock TX

An InBody scan is a non-invasive body composition test that breaks your weight down into skeletal muscle mass, body fat mass, and body water. Instead of a single number on a scale, you receive a full-page result sheet showing your body fat percentage, visceral fat level, segmental muscle distribution across your arms, legs, and trunk, hydration balance, phase angle, and basal metabolic rate. At Kitch Pharmacy in Lubbock, every scan is performed on the InBody 580, a medical-grade analyzer used by hospitals, universities, and professional sports teams.

The InBody 580 uses Direct Segmental Multi-frequency Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (DSM-BIA) with eight tactile electrodes and four frequencies, taking 20 separate impedance measurements across five body segments. Unlike consumer smart scales, InBody does not use empirical estimations based on age, gender, or ethnicity to fill in results, so your numbers reflect your body rather than a population average. InBody devices have been validated in peer-reviewed research against DEXA, the clinical reference standard for body composition. Following the preparation guidelines and testing under consistent conditions gives you the most reliable results for tracking change over time.

The InBody 580 scan itself takes about 30 seconds. Plan on roughly 10 to 15 minutes for your appointment so a member of our Lubbock team can review your result sheet with you and answer questions.

For the most accurate results: avoid eating for at least 3 hours before your scan, drink water normally the day before and skip alcohol for 24 hours, avoid intense exercise, saunas, or hot showers right before testing, use the restroom beforehand, remove socks, heavy jewelry, and watches, and do not apply lotion to your hands or feet. If you plan to repeat the scan to track progress, try to test at the same time of day under the same conditions each visit.

Yes. The InBody 580 sends a very low-level electrical current through the body that you cannot feel, and there is no radiation, no pinching, and no water submersion involved. As with all bioelectrical impedance testing, the scan is not recommended for people with a pacemaker or other implanted electronic medical device, or for anyone who is pregnant. Please let our team know if either applies to you before scheduling.

Most people actively working toward a goal such as fat loss, muscle gain, or hormone optimization benefit from a body composition scan every 4 to 6 weeks. That interval is long enough for real change to show up in your muscle and fat mass while still giving you timely feedback to adjust nutrition, training, or your care plan. Our team can recommend a cadence that fits your program.

A DEXA scan uses low-dose X-rays and typically requires a visit to an imaging center. Home smart scales use only two foot electrodes and rely heavily on estimation formulas, which is why their readings often swing from day to day. The InBody 580 sits between these options: it is fast, radiation-free, and performed right here at our Lubbock pharmacy, yet it uses eight-point electrodes, four frequencies, and direct segmental measurement to deliver medical-grade body composition data without empirical estimations.

Yes, this is one of the most valuable uses of a body composition scan. Rapid weight loss on medications such as semaglutide or tirzepatide can include a meaningful loss of lean muscle along with fat. Regular InBody scans show you exactly how much of your weight change is fat versus muscle, so your pharmacist and provider can adjust protein intake, resistance training, and supplementation to protect your muscle while you lose fat.

Yes. InBody scans at Kitch Pharmacy are by appointment so we can reserve time to review your results with you. You can book online using the scheduling calendar on this page or call or text us at 806-370-7311. We are located at 10501 Quaker Ave, Suite 300, Lubbock, TX 79424.