The concept of time since exposure is crucial for several reasons:
Identifying Incubation Periods: Knowing the typical time between exposure and symptom onset helps in diagnosing and predicting the spread of infectious diseases. Evaluating Causality: Establishing a temporal relationship between exposure and outcome is a core criterion for determining causality in epidemiological research. Intervention Timing: Understanding the time frame can guide timely interventions, such as quarantine measures or vaccinations.
