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A Detailed Protocol for Perspiration Monitoring Using a Novel, Small, Wireless Device
Published on: November 24, 2016
[Sweat as an indicator of health]
Mathieu Saubade1,2, Sarah Norrenberg3, Cyril Besson1
1Centre de médecine du sport, Swiss Olympic Medical Center, Division de médecine physique et réadaptation, CHUV, 1011 Lausanne.
Abstract:
Sweat is a body fluid produced by the sweat glands and is mainly composed of water. Sweat has various functions, the two main ones being the evacuation of heat produced by the body, especially during exercise, and the maintenance of skin homeostasis. Its production is highly variable and depends on many individual and environmental factors. Various diseases or conditions affect its proper functioning. This article presents an overview of the characteristics, the main health issues, and the current and potential applications related to sweat.
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