Which is true of immune-mediated type 1 diabetes mellitus?
A) Ketoacidosis is infrequent.
B) Onset is gradual.
C) It occurs most often in children and adolescents.
D) Oral agents are often effective for treatment.

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The onset of immune-mediated type 1 diabetes mellitus typically occurs in children or young adults.Peak incidence is between the ages of 10 and 15 years.Infrequent ketoacidosis,gradual onset,and treatment with oral agents are more consistent with type 2 diabetes.

Which Is True of Immune-Mediated Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus