The Imperial College of London and the University of South Australia have recently been doing research studies on Autism. Although their findings are primitive in nature, they may some day be the source of a prominent discovery.

Researchers found that urine samples taken from individuals with autism, differed in bacterial and chemical composition something they cal “distinctive urinary metabolic fingerprint”. This finding alludes to, a simple non-invasive urine examination for autism testing, as a possibility for detection/diagnosing, if indeed it proves to be accurate.

A discovery of this magnitude will bring significant implications for early identification and intervention. Having a test that could objectively determine Autism via testing, rather than subjectively via behavioral observation, would yield more concise results and earlier diagnosing of this condition. And thus, possibilities of improving a child’s prognosis for success in both academic and social life skill development, would be increased. This news is rather exciting to us, and to all who are involved in the Autistic community. Be aware that this is something that has only been hypothesized as of yet.

To read the full article, please click on the link below.

http://scienceblog.com/34718/autism-finding-could-lead-to-simple-urine-test-for-the-condition/