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Erschienen in: Indian Journal of Pediatrics 10/2016

03.03.2016 | Review Article

Genetic Studies in Autism

verfasst von: Shruthi Sudarshan, Neerja Gupta, Madhulika Kabra

Erschienen in: Indian Journal of Pediatrics | Ausgabe 10/2016

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Abstract

Autism is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder, which has captured the attention of not only pediatricians but also the parents. From the symptoms until the final diagnosis, parents undergo a diagnostic odyssey that involves a battery of tests without much yield. This has led to an increase in the referrals to the clinical geneticists to rule out the possible genetic etiology that can have implications for the parents for future pregnancy. This chapter focuses on the various genetic causes and their appropriate application in the evaluation of a child with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs).
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Metadaten
Titel
Genetic Studies in Autism
verfasst von
Shruthi Sudarshan
Neerja Gupta
Madhulika Kabra
Publikationsdatum
03.03.2016
Verlag
Springer India
Erschienen in
Indian Journal of Pediatrics / Ausgabe 10/2016
Print ISSN: 0019-5456
Elektronische ISSN: 0973-7693
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s12098-015-1989-7

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