Genetic Disorders

New prenatal genetic test is more powerful

10 Feb 2012

NEW YORK, Feb. 10 (UPI) -- Testing a developing fetus' DNA via chromosomal microarray gives more information about disorders than standard prenatal testing, U.S. researchers say.

Further support for a role of synaptic proteins in autism spectrum disorders

9 Feb 2012

( Public Library of Science ) A new study combines genetic and neurobiological approaches to confirm that synaptic mutations increase the risk of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). It also highlights a role for modifier genes in these disorders.

New prenatal genetic test is much more powerful at detecting fetal abnormalities

9 Feb 2012

( New York- Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center ) A nationwide, federally funded study has found that testing a developing fetus' DNA through chromosomal microarray provides more information about potential disorders than does the standard method of prenatal testing, which is to visually examine the chromosomes. The results of the 4,000-plus-participant clinical study are ...