Multiple Genes Implicated In Autism; Discovery Could Lead To Drugs Targeting Gene Interactions
Tuesday, February 10, 2009 - 11:28
in Health & Medicine
By pinpointing two genes that cause autism-like symptoms in mice, researchers have shown for the first time that multiple, interacting genetic risk factors may influence the severity of autistic symptoms.
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