Autism: Scientists take 'first steps' towards biological test

[Northerner]

Scientists have taken the first steps towards what they say could become a new blood and urine test for autism.

Their study tested children with and without the condition and found higher levels of protein damage in those with the disorder.

The researchers said the tests could lead ultimately to the earlier detection of the condition, which can be difficult to diagnose.

But experts expressed caution, saying such a test was still a long way off.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-43085023

 

[mikeyB]

It’s not a big enough study to show anything. For a start, is this a consequence of autism? Is it there before diagnosis? Or just to confirm the diagnosis, which is made on clinical psychiatric grounds?