Biomarkers for Autism and for Gastrointestinal and Sleep Problems in Autism
Abstract
The objective of the proposed research is to compare the production of melatonin by young children with autism (N=45) to typically developing children (N=45). Specifically, we will see if the nighttime excretion rate of melatonin sulfate is markedly lower in the children with autism, whether there is a subgroup of children with autism having very low excretion; whether low nighttime excretion of melatonin sulfate is associated with sleep problems; and whether low daytime melatonin sulfate excretion is associated with gastrointestinal problems.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2012
- Accession Number
- ADA570226
Entities
People
- George M. Anderson
Organizations
- Yale University