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Linear Measurements (in millimeters) from radiographs* at 5 weeks of age to assess length ratios
| cn/cn | cn/cn+ | Measurements | Mean length ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iliac crest to distal tip of ischium | 11.1 (11.0-11.3) | 16.8 (16.3-17.2) | 8 per group | 0.66 |
| Radius Length | 0.53 | |||
| Ulna Length | 0.59 | |||
| Comparable metacarpal/metatarsal bones and phalanges (forelimb and hindlimb) | 0.67 |
*measurements from radiographs accurate for determining length ratios but not actual lengths.
