Autism gene hunt: blood test may reveal hidden causes
NCT ID NCT04043351
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a blood test called exome sequencing can find genetic causes of autism better than standard care. Researchers studied 300 people with autism to see if the test could identify risk genes. The goal is to improve diagnosis and help families understand the biology behind autism.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- exome sequencing (a blood test to read genes)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could make genetic testing a routine part of autism diagnosis, helping families understand the cause and guiding personalized care.
- What could go wrong
- This is a completed diagnostic study, not a treatment trial. It may not find genetic causes for everyone, and results may not change current care.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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DRCI
Rouen, 76000, France
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