This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Nutrition, Subject name: Pediatrics
Harpender's Callipers are used to; 
Select and explain. 
A. Measure skin fold thickness, B. Measure mid arm circumference, C. Measure height, D. Measure chest circumference
A: Measure skin fold thickness
Answer: A: Measure skin fold thickness 
Explanation: Ans. A. Measure Skin fold thicknessSkin fold thickness is an indication of the subcutaneous fat. Triceps skin fold thickness is the most representative of the total subcutaneous fat upto 16 years of age. It is usually above 10mm in normal children whereas in severely malnourished children it may fall below 6mm.