Scans of babies' brains within the first year of life may act as an accurate predictor for the development of autism among high-risk babies, reported.
Based on a study published in the journal , the report indicated that MRI analyses turned in an 80% accuracy rate for predicting autism development among 109 babies. High-risk status was defined as having one older sibling diagnosed with the condition.
Scans performed at 6 months, 1 year, and 2 years found accelerated brain growth within the first year was displayed in babies who would eventually show symptoms of autism, such as delayed speech and lack of eye contact.
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