X-ray of choice for age detection at
around 16-17 years of age
a) Elbow
b) Wrist
c) Shoulder
d) Pelvis
Correct Answer - B
Ans. is ‘b’ i.e., Wrist [Ref Parikh 6th/e p. 2.10]
Site Age (in years)
Female Male
Elbow 13-14 15-16
Wrist 16-17 18-19
Shoulder 17-18 19-20
Crest of ilium18-19 20-21