New MRI method could spot autism without needles or radiation

NCT ID NCT02165410

First seen Mar 29, 2026 · Last updated Jun 10, 2026 · Updated 15 times

Summary

This study tested whether a special MRI technique called Arterial Spin Labeling (ASL) can measure brain blood flow to help diagnose autism in children aged 5 to 17. The goal was to replace PET scans, which use radiation, with a safer, non-invasive method. Researchers studied 115 children with autism or suspected autism to see if ASL could serve as a reliable biomarker for diagnosis.

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Locations

  • Hôpital Necker-Enfants Malades Service de Radiologie Pédiatrique

    Paris, 75743, France

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