A Genetic Diagnosis Surprises an Ohio Family
When the McGregors joined SPARK, they did not expect to learn the cause of their son’s autism. Then came an email from SPARK about genetic results.
Learn MoreBecause of SPARK and other research studies throughout the world, we are rapidly learning how genes affect our biology and development. We are also learning how changes to some genes can lead to autism. Read about the latest research on autism genetics and visit with people who have learned about a genetic change associated with their autism.
Browse Topics A-ZWhen the McGregors joined SPARK, they did not expect to learn the cause of their son’s autism. Then came an email from SPARK about genetic results.
Learn MoreReceiving a genetic diagnosis for their daughter was in many ways a huge relief for the Zeyer family.
Learn MoreDecades after their son was diagnosed with autism, the Jarboe family learned that he has a gene change in one of his chromosomes, structures inside cells that contain our DNA.
Learn MoreErin is a mom on a mission. She wants to find out if her son has a genetic change, so she can better manage his health.
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Learn MoreGenetic analysis from the first 457 families to enroll in SPARK provides new support for several genes linked to autism.
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Learn MoreKaylee Lurvey may go years without saying a word, and then speak a complete sentence. Her family hopes researchers will discover ways to unlock speech and other skills in people like Kaylee.
Learn MoreIn this webinar, Wendy Chung, M.D., Ph.D., shares more about what SPARK is learning from its genetic research. This webinar is 60 minutes long.
Learn MoreAfter enrolling in SPARK, the Meiles learned that their son has a change in the POGZ gene. The diagnosis helps explain a mysterious health issue.
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