METHODS OF DIAGNOSING AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS

摘要

Methods of screening subjects for genetic markers associated with autism spectrum disorders are disclosed. In particular, the invention relates to methods of diagnosing autism spectrum disorders by detecting the presence of deleterious mutations or aberrant expression of genes associated with autism spectrum disorders. The present invention relates to genetic markers associated with ASD and methods of screening subjects for such genetic markers. In particular, the invention relates to methods of diagnosing ASD by detecting the presence of deleterious mutations or aberrant expression of genes associated with ASD.