seca Launches First Body Composition Scan for Primary Care

May 1, 2025 – Hamburg, Germany – seca North America proudly announces the launch of Alpha, the first portable, medically validated body composition analyzer specifically designed for primary care settings. This innovation marks a significant advancement in the assessment and management of obesity and metabolic health at the frontlines of patient care.

For decades, primary care providers have relied on weight and Body Mass Index (BMI) to assess patients' health risks. However, BMI has been increasingly criticized for its limitations and potential biases. Alpha addresses these concerns by delivering a comprehensive body composition analysis in just 24 seconds, utilizing seca’s proprietary Analytics 125 platform. This rapid assessment provides detailed insights into fat mass, muscle mass, visceral fat, hydration status, and the effects of medications, such as GLP-1 receptor agonists.

“We are witnessing a clinical transformation as clinicians and patients realize that BMI is no longer enough,” said Dr. Nina Crowley, PhD, RD, Director of Clinical Education and Partnerships at seca. “Alpha was built to reflect how today’s clinicians work—quickly, accurately, and intuitively.”

Alpha's bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) technology has demonstrated exceptional clinical reliability, achieving a 97% correlation with whole-body MRI and a 98% agreement with the four-compartment gold standard model for fat mass assessment. These validations ensure that healthcare providers can make informed decisions based on precise and reliable data.

In addition to its analytical capabilities, Alpha integrates seamlessly with seca’s Treatment Tracker platform and a patient-facing app. This integration facilitates real-time data sharing, enabling providers to monitor interventions, visualize patient progress, and adjust care plans promptly. Such tools are instrumental in supporting longitudinal care and enhancing patient engagement.

The introduction of Alpha underscores seca's commitment to transforming from a traditional measuring and weighing company into a modern, technology-first solutions partner. By making advanced body composition screenings more accessible to primary care providers, seca aims to elevate the standard of care and promote proactive health management across diverse patient populations.

For more information about Alpha and other innovative solutions from seca North America, please visit www.secambca.com.

Source: Syed Hamza Sohail. "seca Launches First Body Composition Scan for Primary Care." HIT Consultant, May 1, 2025. HIT Consultant