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Mean (± SEM) body (g) and adrenal (mg) weights and adrenal index (adrenal weight/body weight) of prepubertal and adult male rats. Asterisks indicate a significant difference (P < 0.05) between the ages within that parameter. Note that data are collapsed across time point as only a significant main effect of age was found.
| Age | Body (g) | Adrenal (mg) | Adrenal Index |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prepubertal | 97.7±1.8 | 23.4±1.0 | 0.24±0.01* |
| Adult | 427.4±7.2* | 57.6±2.6* | 0.14±0.01 |
