Scientists scan brains to unlock Autism's chemical secrets
NCT ID NCT02719951
Summary
This study used special brain scans (PET imaging) to look at a brain chemical called glutamate in adults with autism and Fragile-X Syndrome, comparing them to healthy volunteers. The goal was to better understand the biology of these conditions, not to test a treatment. It involved 27 male participants aged 18-45.
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CHU Tours
Tours, 37044, France
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