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Placenta study identifies earliest signs of autism risk

While genetics play a major role, researchers know that environmental factors during pregnancy also contribute to autism spectrum disorder.

Placenta study identifies earliest signs of autism risk

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While genetics play a major role, researchers know that environmental factors during pregnancy also contribute to autism spectrum disorder.

How does autism develop? While genetics play a major role, researchers know that environmental factors during pregnancy also contribute to autism spectrum disorder.

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While genetics play a major role, researchers know that environmental factors during pregnancy also contribute to autism spectrum disorder.

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