This article is regarding a paper written by Jones and Colleagues regarding ASD (autism spectrum disorder). There are biomarkers in question of which it is suggested that particular molecules have connections to inflammation. Researchers reported some interesting trends based on those diagnosed with intellectual learning disability ASD+ID and ASD-noID.
Mothers of autistic children with learning disabilities and those mothers of autistic children without learning disabilities vary with respect to biological markers related to inflammation/immune system responses.
Immune function continues to be an important focus when it comes to the autism spectrum. It seems that not enough research has been done on the topic in terms of screening and intervention. Scientists today are still slightly stumped regarding autism and what really causes it. More research is being conducted and it seems as if some are making waves but the research is far from complete.
Key takeaways
- The potential biomarkers in question this time around were the cytokines/chemokines . Those various signalling molecules that seem to have more than a few connections to important processes like inflammation.
- I find it surprising that so little research has so far been translated from ‘bench-to-bedside’ in terms of screening and intervention when immune-related issues are found.
- Yes, one and the same researcher, who along with various other members of the this facility, are making some real research waves when it comes to the interplay between behaviour, immune function and infection.
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