Ten minute test could provide more accurate detection of Autism
MRI is used to measure deviations in brain circuitry to detect Autism in under 10 minutes with 94 percent success rate
Article Summary
A fast and accurate test for Autism has been developed by researchers at McLean Hospital and the University of Utah. It is hoped that the biologically based test, which uses Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) to measure brain activity, can replace the subjective test currently used for diagnosis of the condition.
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