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What is the age difference in the presentation of TEC (Transient Erythroblastopenia of Childhood) and Diamond-Blackfan Anemia?

A. TEC presents earlier than Diamond-Blackfan Anemia
B. TEC presents later than Diamond-Blackfan Anemia
C. TEC and Diamond-Blackfan Anemia have the same age of presentation
D. Age difference cannot be determined

Answer :

Final answer:

C. TEC and Diamond-Blackfan anemia have the same age of presentation

The difference in age presentation between Diamond-Blackfan anemia and TEC is that Diamond-Blackfan anemia generally presents earlier during the first year of life, while TEC often presents later around ages 1-3.

Explanation:

Presents refers to the age at which a medical condition becomes apparent. Diamond-Blackfan anemia typically presents during the first year of life with symptoms such as anemia and physical abnormalities, while TEC (Transient Erythroblastopenia of Childhood) often presents later in childhood around ages 1-3, with symptoms of a temporary halt in red blood cell production.