Projects

Investigation of Genetic Mechanisms for Improving the Regulation of Feed Intake and Nutrient Utilization in Poultry Appropriated (D)   Accession Number: 412189

Functional Genomics of Enhanced Embryo, Fetal, and Neonatal Development and Survival in Swine Appropriated (D)   Accession Number: 412099

A New Qmr-Based Technique for Body Composition Analysis Trust (T)   Accession Number: 416673

Publications

The Use of NMR for Infant Body Composition, Comparison with DXA and Chemical Analysis - (Abstract)

Andres, A., Shankar, K., Mitchell, A.D., Badger, T.M. 2009. The Use of NMR for Infant Body Composition, Comparison with DXA and Chemical Analysis. Annual Scientific Meeting NAASO, The Obesity Society. Obesity 17 (Suppl. 2):S61.

Expression of porcine myostatin prodomain genomic sequence leads to a decrease in muscle growth, but significant intramuscular fat accretion in transgenic pigs. - (Abstract)

Yang, J., Schulman, L., Pursel, V.G., Solomon, M.B., Mitchell, A.D., Zhao, B., Li, Z., Wall, R.J. 2009. Expression of porcine myostatin prodomain genomic sequence leads to a decrease in muscle growth, but significant intramuscular fat accretion in transgenic pigs. Transgenic Animal Research Conference VIII, p. 15.

Changes in body composition of neonatal piglets during growth - (Abstract)

Mitchell, A.D., Taicher, G., Kovner, I. 2009. Changes in body composition of neonatal piglets during growth. Annual Scientific Meeting NAASO, The Obesity Society. Obesity 17 (Supl. 2):S173.

Measurement of changes in body composition of piglets from birth to 4 kg using quantitative magnetic resonance (QMR) - (Abstract)

Mitchell, A.D., Taicher, G., Kovner, I. 2009. Measurement of changes in body composition of piglets from birth to 4 kg using quantitative magnetic resonance (QMR). Journal of Animal Science 87 (E-Suppl. 2):232.

Accuracy and Precision for EchoMRI-Infants¿ Body Composition Analysis in Piglets - (Abstract)

Taicher, G., Kovner, I., Mitchell, A.D. 2009. Accuracy and Precision for EchoMRI-Infants¿ Body Composition Analysis in Piglets. 17th European Congress on Obesity. Poster ECO: PS 5-1.

Measurement of the body composition of small piglets by quantitative magnetic resonance (QMR) and dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) - (Abstract)

Mitchell, A.D., Taicher, G., Kovner, I. 2009. Measurement of the body composition of small piglets by quantitative magnetic resonance (QMR) and dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA). FASEB J. 23:906.3.

Measurement of the body composition of small piglets by quantitative magnetic resonance (QMR) and dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) - (Abstract)

Mitchell, A.D., Taicher, G., Kovner, I. 2009. Measurement of the body composition of small piglets by quantitative magnetic resonance (QMR) and dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA). FASEB J 23:906.3.

Relationships among dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA), bioelectrical impedance (BIA), and ultrasound measurements of body composition of swine - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Mitchell, A.D., Scholz, A.M. 2009. Relationships among dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA), bioelectrical impedance (BIA), and ultrasound measurements of body composition of swine. Archives of Animal Breeding. 52(1):28-39.

Uncoupling protein expression in skeletal muscle and adipose tissue in response to in vivo porcine somatotropin treatment - (Abstract)

Ramsay, T.G., Mitchell, A.D., Richards, M.P. 2008. Uncoupling protein expression in skeletal muscle and adipose tissue in response to in vivo porcine somatotropin treatment. International Conference on Farm Animal Endocrinology.

Effect or ractopamine on growth and body composition of pigs during compensatory growth - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Mitchell, A. 2009. Effect of ractopamine on growth and body composition of pigs during compensatory growth. Animal. 3(1):173-180.

A new QMR-based technique for body composition analysis in infants - (Abstract)

Taicher, G., Kovner, I., Mitchell, A.D. 2008. A new QMR-based technique for body composition analysis in infants. Obesity 16(S1):258-P/.

Body composition of transgenic pigs expressing the myostatin pro domain - (Abstract)

Mitchell, A.D., Wall, R.J. 2008. Body composition of transgenic pigs expressing the myostatin pro domain. Journal of Animal Science 86 (E-Suppl. 2): 423 (Abstract #TH64).

Efficiency of energy and protein deposition in swine measured by dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Mitchell, A.D., Scholz, A.M. 2008. Efficiency of energy and protein deposition in swine measured by dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA). Archives of Animal Breeding. 51:159-171.

Organic trace minerals (Mintrex P) in broiler breeder diets and pre-incubation conditions on bone development and leg health of broilers - (Abstract)

Oviedo-Rondon, E.O., Meija-Sanchez, L., Small, J., Brannan, K.E., Leksrisompong, N., Mitchell, A.D., York, T.A., Brake, J. 2008. Organic trace minerals (Mintrex P) in broiler breeder diets and pre-incubation conditions on bone development and leg health of broilers. International Poultry Science Forum. Abstract #T121 (pg. 17) [Poultry Science 87(S1):162].

Efficiency of energy and protein deposition in swine during compensatory growth measured by dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Mitchell, A.D., Scholz, A.M. 2007. Efficiency of energy and protein deposition in swine during compensatory growth measured by dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA). Proceedings of the International Symposium on Energy and Protein Metabolism. EAAP 124:487-488.

Carcass Composition and Skeletal Muscle Morphology of Swine Expressing An Insulin-Like Growth Factor I Transgene - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Bee, G., Pursel, V.G., Mitchell, A.D., Maruyama, K., Wells, K.D., Solomon, M.B., Wall, R.J., Coleman, M.E., Schwartz, R.J. 2007. Carcass composition and skeletal muscle morphology of swine expressing an insulin-like growth factor-I transgene. Archives of Animal Breeding. 50(5):501-519.

Effects of mega doses of phytase on broiler chick body composition - (Abstract)

Puttress, J., Saylor, W.W., Angel, R., Mitchell, A.D., Persia, M.E. 2007. Effects of mega doses of phytase on broiler chick body composition [abstract]. Poultry Science.

Impact of dietary protein content on uncoupling protein mRNA abundance in swine - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Ramsay, T.G., Mitchell, A.D. 2008. Impact of dietary protein content on uncoupling protein mRNA abundance in swine. Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology. 149:562-571.

Efficiency of energy and protein deposition in swine during compensatory growth measured by dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) - (Abstract)

Mitchell, A.D., Scholz, A.M. 2007. Efficiency of energy and protein deposition in swine during compensatory growth measured by dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) [abstract]. 2nd International Symposium on Energy and Protein Metabolism and Nutrition.

Impact of Research with Cattle, Pigs and Sheep on Nutritional Concepts: Body Composition and Growth - (Review Article)

Mitchell, A.D. 2007. Impact of research with cattle, pigs and sheep on nutrition concepts: Body composition and growth. Journal of Nutrition. 137(3):711-714.

A Genetic Component to the Normal Growth of the Ross 708 Broiler Chicken - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Rosebrough, R.W., Mitchell, A.D. 006. A genetic component to the normal growth of the Ross 708 broiler chicken. Feedstuffs. 78 (46) 26-28.

Uncoupling Protein Expression in Skeletal Muscle and Adipose Tissue in Response to in Vivo Porcine Somatotropin Treatment - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Ramsay, T.G., Mitchell, A.D., Richards, M.P. 2008. Uncoupling protein expression in skeletal muscle and adipose tissue in response to in vivo porcine somatotropin treatment. Domestic Animal Endorcinology. 35(2): 130-141.

The Effect of Strontium on Bone Characteristics and Strength in Broiler Chickens - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Shahnazari, M., Lang, D.H., Fosmire, G.J., Sharkey, N.A., Mitchell, A.D., Leach, R.M. 2006. Strontium administration in young chickens improves bone volume and architecture but does not enhance bone structural and material strength. Calcified Tissue International. 80(3):160-166.

Genome-Wide Linkage Analysis to Identify Chromosomal Regions Affecting Phenotypic Traits in the Chicken. Iv. Skeletal Integrity - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Zhou, H., Deeb, N., Evock-Clover, C.M., Mitchell, A.D., Ashwell, C.M., Lamont, S.J. 2007. Genome-wide linkage analysis to identify chromosomal regions affecting phenotypic traits in the chicken. III. Skeletal integrity Poultry Science. 86(2):255-266.

Two-Site Evaluation of the Relation Between in Vivo and Carcass Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (Dxa) in Pigs - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Scholz, A.M., Mitchell, A.D., Forster, M., Pursel, V.G. 2007. Two-site evaluation of the relation between in vivo and carcass dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) in pigs. Livestock Production Science. 110:1-11.

Impact of Dietary Protein Levels on Growth and Body Composition of Broiler Chickens - (Abstract)

Mitchell, A.D., Rosebrough, R.W. 2006. Impact of dietary protein levels on growth and body composition of broiler chickens. Poultry Science. 85 (Suppl.1):8.

An Examination of the Role of Dietary Protein in Regulating Metabolism During the Broiler Finisher Period - (Abstract)

Rosebrough, R.W., Mitchell, A.D., Russell, B.A., Poch, S.M., Richards, M.P. 2006. An examination of the role of dietary protein in regulating metabolism during the broiler finisher priod [abstract]. Poultry Science 85(Suppl.1):9.

The relationship between growth of commercial toms and linear skeletal development - (Abstract)

Lilburn, M.S., Mitchell, A.D., Anderson, J. 2006. The relationship between growth of commercial toms and linear skeletal development [abstract]. Poultry Science 85 (Suppl.1):31.

Effect of Pelleting Temperature and Phytase Type on Phytase Survivability and Broiler Performance - (Abstract)

Angel, R., Ward, N., Mitchell, A.D. 2006. Effect of pelleting temperature and phytase type on phytase survivability and broiler performance [abstract]. Poultry Science 85 (Suppl.1):10.

The Igf System in Chickens: Factors Affecting Gene Expression in Muscle and Liver - (Abstract)

Kuo, A., Clover, C.M., Rosebrough, R.W., McMurtry, J.P., Mitchell, A.D., Caperna, T.J., Li, C., Kahl, S., Elsasser, T.H. 2006. The IGF system in chickens: Factors affecting gene expression in muscle and liver [abstract]. Journal of Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology. 20:A172.

The Use of Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Spectroscopy for Evaluation of Meats - (Book/Chapter)

Mitchell, A.D. 2006. Meat Quality. In: Chaughule, R.S., Rande, S.S., editors. Looking into living things through Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Chembur, Mumbai, India:Prism Publications. p. 127-139.

Determination of Nutrient Mass Balance in Turkeys - (Abstract)

Adedokun, S.A., Powers,W., Angel, R. Mitchell, A., Applegate, R.J. 2006. Determination of nutrient mass balance in turkeys [abstract]. International Poultry Scientific Forum. M34.

Estimation of Body Composition of Pigs by a Near-Infrared Initeractance Probe Technique - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Mitchell, A.D., Scholz, A.M., Solomon, M.B. 2005. Estimation of body composition of pigs by a near-infrared interactance probe technique. Archive of Animal Breeding. 49(1):580-591.

In Vivo Evaluation of Changes in Body Composition of Transgenic Mice Expressing the Myostatin Pro Domain Using Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Mitchell, A.D., Wall, R. 2005. In vivo evaluation of changes in body composition of transgenic mice expressing the myostatin pro domain using dual energy x-ray absorptiometry. Growth, Development and Aging. Vol. 69(2).

Growth Characteristics of the Ross 708 Broiler Chicken - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Rosebrough, R.W., Mitchell, A.D. 2006. Growth characteristics of the Ross 708 broiler chicken. Development and Aging. 70(2):3-13.

Effects of Alfalfa and Fructooligosaccharide on Molting Parameters and Bone Qualities Using Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry and Conventional Bone Assays - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Kim, W.K., Donalson, L.M., Mitchell, A.D., Kubena, L.F., Nisbet, D.J. Ricke, S.C. 2006. Effects of alfalfa and fructooligosaccharide on molting parameters and bone qualities using dual energy x-ray absorptiometry and conventional bone assays. Journal of Poultry Science. 85:15-20.

Effect of Dietary Phosphorus Concentration, and Inclusion of Phytase and 25-Hydroxycholecalciferol on Broiler Chicken Bone Mineralization, Litter Total and Water Soluble Phosphorus and Processing Yields and Losses - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Angel, R., Saylor, W.W., Mitchell, A., Powers, W., Applegate, T.J., Dhandu, A.S. 2006. Effect of dietary phosphorus concentration, and inclusion of phytase and 25-hydroxycholecalciferol on broiler chicken bone mineralization, litter total and water soluble phosphorus and processing yields and losses. Journal of Poultry Science. 85(7):1200-1211.

Changes in Body Composition of Pigs Fed High Or Low Protein Diets During Period of Compensatory Growth Between 60 and 100 Kg Body Weight - (Abstract)

Mitchell, A.D., Conway, J.M. 2005. Changes in body composition of pigs fed high or low protein diets during a period of compensatory growth between 60 and 100 kg body weight. International Journal of Body Composition Research. 3(3):117.

Effects of Dietary Conjugated Linoleic Acid on Growth and Body Composition of Control and Igf-I Transgenic Pigs - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Mitchell, A.D., Pursel, V.G., Elsasser, T.H., McMurtry, J.P., Bee, G. 2005. Effects of dietary conjugated linoleic acid on growth and body composition of control and IGF-I. Animal Research. 54:5.

Phosphorus and Calcium Adaptation in Broilers: Evaluation of the Broiler's Ability to Adapt to An Early Moderate Deficiency in Phosphorus and Calcium - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Yan, F., Angel, R., Ashwell, C., Mitchell, A., Christman, M. 2005. Evaluation of the broiler's ability to adapt to an early moderate deficiency of phosphorus and calcium. Journal of Poultry Science. 84:1232-1241.

Prediction of Total and Regional Carcass Lean Content by Dxa Cross-Sectional Analysis of Pork Carcasses - (Abstract)

Mitchell, A.D., Scholz, A.M., Pursel, V.G. 2005. Prediction of total and regional carcass lean content by DXA cross-sectional analysis of pork carcasses [abstract]. Journal of Animal Science 83(Supplement 1):157.

Noe Effects in Natural Undiluted Highly Polyunsaturated Lipids - (Abstract)

Schmidt, W.F., Broadhurst, C.L., Crawford, M.A., Wang, Y., Mitchell, A.D. 2005. NOE effects in natural undiluted highly polyunsaturated lipids [abstract]. Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Conference Proceedings, 46th ENC. Abstract #384.

Relationships among Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (Dxa), Bioelectrical Impedance (Bia), and Ultrasound Measurements of Body Composition of Swine - (Abstract)

Mitchell, A.D. 2005. Relationships among dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA), bioelectrical impedance (BIA), and ultrasound measurements of body composition of swine. FASEB Journal. 19(4):A65.

Strontium Increases the Bone Density and Mineral Content in Rapidly Growing Young Chicks - (Abstract)

Shahnazari, M., Fosmire, G., Mitchell, A.D., Leach, R. 2005 Strontium increases the bone density and mineral content in rapidly growing young chicks [abstract]. FASEB Journal. 19(4):A57.

Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1 Gene Polymorphism Associations with Growth, Body Composition, Skeleton Integrity, and Metabolic Traits in Chickens - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Zhou, H., Mitchell, A.D., McMurtry, J.P., Ashwell, C.M., Lamont, S.J. 2005.Insulin-like growth factor 1 gene polymorphism associations with growth, body composition, skeleton integrity, and metabolic traits in chickens. Poultry Science. 84(2):212-219.

Interactions among Endocrine, Nutritional and Genetic Factors Controlling Metabolism in the Broiler - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Rosebrough, R.W., McMurtry, J.P., Richards, M.P., Mitchell, A.D., Ramsay, T.G., Ashwell, C.M. 2005. Interactions among endocrine, nutritional and genetic factors controlling metabolism in the broiler. Avian and Poultry Biology Reviews. 16(2):95-100.

Application of Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (Dxa) to Pork Carcass Evaluation - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Mitchell, A. 2004. Application of dual x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) to pork carcass evaluation [abstract]. Campden and Chorleywood. July 8, 2004.

Bone Density Measurements in Broiler Chickens - (Abstract)

Mitchell, A.D., Angel, R. 2004. Bone density measurements in broiler chickens [abstract]. Journal of Animal Science. 82(Suppl. 1):192.

Validation of Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (Dxa) Bone Mineralization Measures in Broilers As An Alternative to Bone Ash and Breaking Measures. - (Abstract)

Angel, R., Mitchell, A.D., Christman, M. 2004. Validation of dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) bone mineralization measures in broilers as an alternative to bone ash and breaking measures [abstract]. Poultry Science. 83(Suppl. 1):318-319.

The Effect of Daily Photoperiod on Growth of Commercial Broilers. 3. Skeletal Development - (Abstract)

Lilburn, M.S., Mitchell, A.D. 2004. The effect of daily photoperiod on growth of commercial broilers. 3. skeletal development. Poultry Science. 83(Suppl. 1):146.

The Effects of Supplemental Enzyme (Avizyme 1502) and Phytase (Phyzyme) on Phosphorus Excretion in Broiler Breeders - (Abstract)

Lilburn, M.S., Mitchell, A., Pierson, E.E.M. 2004. The effects of supplemental enzyme (AVIZYME 1502) and phytase (PHYZYME) on phosphorus excretion in broiler breeders [abstract]. Poultry Science 83(Suppl.1):145.

Progress on Using Transgenes to Produce Lean Pork - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Pursel, V.G., Mitchell, A.D., Wall, R.J. 2004. Progress on using transgenes to produce lean pork. In: Present and Future of Transgenic Cloned Pigs. Proceedings of the 2nd International Symposium of Research Center for Transgenic Cloned Pigs. Daejeon, Korea. pp 1-18.

Comparative Assessment of Bone Parameters among Wild-Type, Restricted Ovulator, and Out of Production Hens - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Kim, W.K., Ford, B.C., Mitchell, A.D., Elkin, R.G., Leach, R.M. 2004. Comparative assessment of bone parameters among wild-type restricted ovulator, and out of production hens. British Poultry Science. 45(4):463-470.

Associations of Single Nucleotide Polymorphism in Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1 Gene with Growth, Body Composition, Skeleton Integrity, and Metabolic Traits in Chickens - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Zhou, H., Mitchell, A.D., McMurtry, J.P., Ashwell, C.M., Lamont, S.J. 2004. Associations of single nucleotide polymorphism in insulin-like growth factor 1 gene with growth, body composition, skeleton integrity, and metabolic traits in chickens. World Poultry Congress Proceedings, p. 1-4.

In Vivo Evaluation of Changes in Body Composition of Transgenic Mice Expressing the Myostatin Pro Domain Using Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry. - (Abstract)

Mitchell, A.D., Wall, R.J. 2004. In vivo evaluation of changes in body composition of transgenic mice expressing the myostatin pro domain using dual energy x-ray absorptiometry [abstract]. FASEB Journal. 18(5):A210.

Effectiveness of Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry for Determining Composition of Striped Bass Morone Saxatilis Non-Invasively - (Abstract)

Wood, S.E., Mitchell, A. D., Soares, J.H. 2004. Effectiveness of dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry for determining composition of striped bass morone saxatilis non-invasively [abstract]. Journal of the World Aquaculture Society. p. 648.

Body Composition: Indirect Measurements - (Review Article)

Mitchell, A.D., Scholz, A.M. 2004. Body composition: Indirect measurements. In: Encyclopedia of Animal Science. W. Pond and A. Bell (eds.), Marcel Dekker, Inc., NY. p.166-169.

Changes in Body Composition When Young Pigs Are Restricted to Near Maintenance Dietary Intake - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Mitchell, A.D., Scholz, A.M., Pursel, V.G. 2003. Changes in body composition when young pigs are restricted to near maintenance dietary intake. International Journal of Body Composition Research. 1(3):123-128.

Protein, Fat, and Bone Mineral Deposition Rates in Growing Pigs (Birth to 90 Kg) of Different Ryr1 Genotypes Studied by Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Scholz, A.M., Mitchell, A.D. 2003. Protein, fat, and bone mineral deposition rates in growing pigs (birth to 90 kg) of different RyR1 genotypes studied by dual energy x-ray absorptiometry. In: Progress in Research on Energy and Protein Metabolism: (W.B. Souffrant and C.C. Metges, Eds.). EAAP Scientific Series v.109:543-548.

Influence of Igf-I Transgene and Dietary Cla on Efficiency of Dietary Energy and Protein Utilization in Growing Pigs - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Mitchell, A.D., Pursel, V.G. 2003. Efficiency of energy deposition and body composition of control and IGF-I transgenic pigs. In: Progress in Research on Energy and Protein Metabolism. (W.B. Souffrant and C.C. Metges, Eds.), EAAP Scientific Series. v 109:61-64.

Association of Bmp Genes with Skeletal Integrity in Chickens - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Zhou, H., Deeb, N., Mitchell, A.D., Ashwell, C.M., Lamont, S.J. 2003. Association of BMP genes with skeletal integrity in chickens [abstract]. Poultry Science. v. 82(Suppl.1):23. Abstract #94.

Expression of the Dietary Isotope Signal in the Compound-Specific Delta 13c Values of Pig Bone Lipids and Amino Acids - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Howland, M.R., Corr, L.T., Young, S.M., Jones, V., Jim, S., Van Der Merwe, N.J., Mitchell, A.D., Evershed, R.P. 2003. Expression of the dietary isotope signal in the compound-specific delta 13C values of pig bone lipids and amino acids. International Journal of Osteoarchaeology. 13:54-65.

Two-Site Evaluation of the Relation Between in Vivo and Carcass Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (Dxa) in Pigs. - (Abstract)

Scholz, A.M., Mitchell, A.D., Forster, M., Pursel, V.G. 2003. Two-site evaluation of the relation between in vivo and carcass dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) in pigs [abstract]. American Society of Animal Science. v. 82(Suppl.1):#382 p. 96-97.

13c Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy - a Non-Invasive Invivo Method to Measure Muscle Glycogen Metabolism in Pigs of Different Genotypes. - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Scholz, A.M., Mitchell, A.D., Song, H., Wang, P.C. 2003. 13C Nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy - A non-invasive invivo method to measure muscle glycogen metabolism in pigs of different genotypes. Archives of Animal Breeding. (Arc. Tierz., Dummerstorf). 46(2):199-211.

Prediction of the in Vivo Body Composition of Pigs Based on Cross-Sectional Region Analysis of Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (Dxa) Scans - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Mitchell, A.D., Scholz, A.M., Pursel, V.G. 2002. Prediction of the in vivo body composition of pigs based on cross-sectional region analysis of dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) scans. Archives of Animal Breeding. 45(6):5-545.