Question
Reflex shown in the photograph as marked by a red arrow remains till the age of ?
A. 6 months.
B. 9 months.
C. 12 months.
D. 18 months.
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Correct Answer » A
Explanation
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Ans:A. 6 months.
Reflex shown in the photograph above as marked by a red arrow represents Palmar grasp.
Palmar grasp reflex ( grasp reflex)
- It is a primitive reflex.
- It appears as early as 16 weeks in utero and persists until five or six months of age.
- When an object is placed in the infant’s hand and strokes their palm, the fingers will close and they will grasp it with a palmar grasp
Pincer grasp(a later developmental milestone) is picking up a small object with just the thumb and forefinger appears at 8-12 months.
