Definition: Autism is a neurodevelopmental syndrome defined by deficits in social reciprocity and communication and by unusual repetitive behaviors. Although there is an underlying genetic predisposition, the etiology of autism is currently unknown. A recent increase in prevalence suggests that genetically determined vulnerability to environmental exposure might contribute to the causation of autism.
Autism is a common and genetically heterogeneous disorder, with an estimated heritability (...)
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Multifactorial diseases
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autism
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intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy
28 July 2007IHCP, ICP
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postmenopausal osteoporosis
2 June 2008Etiology
ARHGEF3 variants in postmenopausal osteoporosis (#18499081#)
Reference
Mullin BH, Prince RL, Dick IM, Hart DJ, Spector TD, Dudbridge F, Wilson SG. Identification of a Role for the ARHGEF3 Gene in Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. Am J Hum Genet. 2008 May 21. PMID: #18499081#
