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Sperm Analysis Predicts Autism Risk

Autism risk can be accurately predicted before birth by detecting mutations in the sperms of the father. The presence of mutations significantly increases the risk of autism in future children.

Sperm Analysis Predicts Autism Risk

Sperm Analysis Predicts Autism Risk

Autism risk can be accurately predicted before birth by detecting any de novo mutations in the fatherâ€™s sperms. The presence of these mutations significantly increases the risk of autism in future children.

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