Mapping of partially overlapping de novo deletions across an autism susceptibility region (AUTS5) in two unrelated individuals affected by developmental delays with communication impairment.

Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by deficits in reciprocal social interaction and communication, and repetitive and stereotyped behaviors and interests. Previous genetic studies of autism have shown evidence of linkage to chromosomes 2q, 3q, 7q, 11p, 16p, and 17q. However, the c...

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Main Authors: Newbury, D, Warburton, P, Wilson, N, Bacchelli, E, Carone, S, Lamb, J, Maestrini, E, Volpi, E, Mohammed, S, Baird, G, Monaco, A
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2009