A solid renal tumor of a 4-year-old child was histologically composed of immature cells reminiscent of fetal tubules.This tumor represents a(n):

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The histological findings of immature cells resembling fetal tubules are consistent with Wilms' tumor. This type of renal tumor is most common in children and is characterized by the presence of embryonic or fetal-like cells.

A) Renal cell adenoma is a benign tumor of the kidney that is composed of mature cells resembling normal renal tissue.
B) Renal cell carcinoma is a malignant tumor of the kidney that typically does not contain immature or fetal-like cells.
D) Interstitial cell fibroma is a rare benign tumor that arises from the interstitial cells of the kidney and does not typically contain immature or fetal-like cells.
E) Teratomas are tumors composed of multiple germ layers and are typically not found in the kidney.

A Solid Renal Tumor of a 4-Year-Old Child Was Histologically