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 In resource strapped settings, an experienced examiner can use the Prader orchidometer which is relatively cheap, for an accurate and quick testicular volume assessment.

 When the absolute testicular volume is not important, the Prader orchidometer can be used to estimate the testicular volume. Since the Prader orchidometer may overestimate the true volume. Volume differentials between the affected and unaffected testes in boys with a varicocele should be estimated with ultrasonography rather than with the Prader orchidometer.

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