Which three areas of the human body are major areas of microbial shedding?

a. Feet, lips, umbilicus
b. Neck, axillae, perineum
c. Flank, waist, groin
d. Fingertips, ankle, chest


ANS: B
On all individuals the major areas of microbial shedding include the head, axillae, hands, groin, perineum, legs, and feet.

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