Which of the following is a positive predictive factor in children with precursor B-ALL?
A) High leukocyte count; less than 1 year of age
B) Low leukocyte count; 4-10 years of age
C) High leukocyte count; PBX1/E2A translocation
D) Hyperdiploid chromosomes, high leukocyte count, less than 1 year of age

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Low leukocyte count and age between 4-10 years are associated with a better prognosis in children with precursor B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL). High leukocyte count and very young age (less than 1 year) are generally considered adverse prognostic factors.

Which of the Following Is a Positive Predictive Factor in Children