CPEA STUDIES

FINDING THE GENES FOR AUTISM


The purpose of this research study is to investigate the genetic basis of autism by determining the chromosomal location of autism susceptibility gene(s).  It is a national research study described in the USA Today article “Science getting to roots of autism” on January 12, 2004, that explains the maximal chance of finding the genes for autism. Participants will complete a diagnostic interview, family history interview, and a donation of a blood sample. These interviews can be conducted over the phone and blood can be drawn locally. Part 2 of this study involves researchers from the University of Washington coming to your town for paper-and-pencil testing. The project is studying families with two or more children older than 2.5 years of age with an Autism Spectrum Disorder of any level of severity.

 This research study is currently still active.

 
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