New Research: Fatty Acids in Umbilical Cord Blood Could Cause Autism Spectrum Disorder

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Although the exact causes of ASD are unclear, currently available evidence points to neuroinflammation as a major factor. Several studies in mouse models of ASD have hinted at the importance of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) and their metabolites during pregnancy in playing a key role in ASD development. PUFA metabolites regulated by the cytochrome P450 (CYP) affect fetal development in mice causing impairments closely linked to ASD symptoms. However, it is still unclear if the same is true for humans and needs further investigation..

https://scitechdaily.com/new-research-fatty-acids-in-umbilical-cord-blood-could-cause-autism-spectrum-disorder/.

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/pcn.13710

Edited August 12 by Grim Reaper 6