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Asperger syndrome other diagnostic studies
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Routine neuroimaging, electroencephalography (EEG) and genetic testing are not recommended in patients with Asperger Syndrome (AS).
Neuroimaging
Neuroimaging
Routine clinical neuroimaging such as CT, MRI, single-photon emission CT (SPECT), or positron emission tomography (PET) are not recommended in patients with autism spectrum disorders (ASD).[1][2]
Electroencephalography (EEG)
Electroencephalography (EEG)
Routine electroencephalography (EEG) is not recommended in all patients with ASD and is recommended if there is a history of seizures or a history of regression.[2]
References
References
- ↑ Johnson CP, Myers SM, American Academy of Pediatrics Council on Children With Disabilities (2007). “Identification and evaluation of children with autism spectrum disorders”. Pediatrics. 120 (5): 1183–215. doi:10.1542/peds.2007-2361. PMID 17967920.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Filipek PA, Accardo PJ, Ashwal S, Baranek GT, Cook EH, Dawson G; et al. (2000). “Practice parameter: screening and diagnosis of autism: report of the Quality Standards Subcommittee of the American Academy of Neurology and the Child Neurology Society”. Neurology. 55 (4): 468–79. doi:10.1212/wnl.55.4.468. PMID 10953176.
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