With Age, What Organ(s) Atrophy to Such a Small Size

question 10

Multiple Choice

With age, what organ(s) atrophy to such a small size that they can become impalpable during an examination?

• A) Kidneys
• B) Ovaries
• C) Ureters
• D) Testes

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