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Quantitative trait locus analysis of nonverbal communication in autism spectrum disorder.
Molecular psychiatry - 1 Feb 2006
Chen G K, Kono N, Geschwind D H, Cantor R M
Abstract excerpt
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental syndrome marked by impairments in social interactive functioning and communication skills, and the presence of repetitive and restrictive behaviors. Twin and linkage studies provide evidence that ASD is heritable and genetically complex. Genetic analyses of familial quantitative traits in those with ASD may help to reveal underlying risk genes. We report a...
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