Chemical signals in umbilical cord blood predict childhood neurodevelopmental disorders

Chemical signals in umbilical cord blood predict childhood neurodevelopmental disorders

A recent study published in Translational Psychiatry suggests that the chemical makeup of blood in a newborn’s umbilical cord might offer early clues about their likelihood of developing conditions like autism or ADHD. By analyzing specific molecules related to cholesterol and amino acids, scientists discovered a pattern that provides evidence of increased risk for these developmental differences years before symptoms typically appear. This find…