Hemolytic uremic syndrome and thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura can present with similar initial clinical symptoms. Which of following distinguishes TTP?

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While both hemolytic uremic syndrome and thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura can present with thrombocytopenia and acute renal failure, severe CNS symptoms are more specific to TTP. HUS is more common in children younger than 5 years old, but this alone does not distinguish it from TTP. Therefore, choice C is the best answer.

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