Karma Clinic · San Ġwann, Malta
Body Stat Test in Malta
Understand more than your weight with a professional body composition assessment. Explore estimated body fat, lean mass, body water and energy needs to support informed nutrition and fitness decisions.
Illustrative photograph; equipment and clinical setup may differ from those used at Karma Clinic.
What is a Body Stat test?
The Bodystat™ system uses bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), a technique that passes a small electrical signal through the body and uses measured impedance, together with personal details, to estimate body composition. Unlike an ordinary bathroom scale, the assessment offers several indicators that can help you follow changes over time.
Results are estimates rather than direct measurements of body fat or metabolism. Hydration, recent meals, exercise and testing conditions can affect readings. For the most meaningful comparisons, repeat assessments under similar conditions.
What does the assessment include?
Body fat percentage
An estimate of the proportion of body weight made up of fat tissue.
Lean body mass
An estimate of non-fat tissue, including water, organs, muscle and bone—not muscle alone.
Total body water
An estimated amount of water in the body, interpreted with relevant context.
Resting metabolic rate
A calculated estimate of energy expenditure at rest, not a direct metabolic measurement.
Daily energy needs
An estimated calorie requirement informed by body data and activity level.
Progress tracking
Repeat measurements can help evaluate trends alongside weight, habits and performance.
Who may benefit from a body composition test?
People working towards weight loss, healthy slimming, improved fitness or muscle gain may find additional body composition information useful. For example, changes in scale weight do not always tell the full story of progress. A structured assessment can also support conversations about nutrition habits and realistic goals.
At Karma Clinic, Daniel Petre, Registered Nutritionist, can discuss your report and help translate its findings into practical dietary and lifestyle recommendations. Test results should be interpreted together with your health history, rather than used as a stand-alone diagnosis.
Body Stat Test prices in Malta
Single assessment
€75
A one-time body composition assessment with report and explanation.
Three-test package
€150
Three assessments for monitoring trends across your nutrition or fitness journey.
Prices reflect the clinic’s published page and should be confirmed when booking.
What happens during your appointment?
- Initial discussion: Share your health, nutrition and fitness goals.
- Body composition assessment: The device measures electrical impedance using electrodes according to the manufacturer’s procedure.
- Results review: Discuss estimated body fat, lean mass, body water and energy needs.
- Next steps: Receive practical nutrition and lifestyle recommendations suited to your circumstances.
Before testing: Ask the clinic for preparation instructions, including food, drink and exercise guidance. Tell the practitioner if you are pregnant or have an implanted electronic medical device, such as a pacemaker; BIA may be unsuitable or require specific medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
Is a Body Stat test the same as weighing yourself?
No. A standard scale reports total weight, whereas bioimpedance estimates additional body composition indicators.
Can the test measure my metabolism directly?
The report provides an estimated resting metabolic rate. Direct measurement would require a different procedure, such as indirect calorimetry.
How accurate are the results?
BIA estimates vary with device algorithms, hydration and testing conditions. Trends are generally more useful when measurements are repeated consistently.
Will the assessment help with weight loss?
It can provide useful context for a nutrition plan, but sustainable weight management depends on dietary habits, activity, sleep and individual circumstances.
How often should I repeat the test?
The appropriate interval depends on your goals. A practitioner can suggest a sensible schedule that allows meaningful changes to develop.
Make your progress measurable
Book a Body Stat assessment at Karma Clinic in San Ġwann, Malta, and discuss what your results mean for your nutrition and fitness goals.