This article will discuss Autism and the diagnostic tests. We will also address some common questions related to Autism.
Autism also called autism spectrum disorder(ASD) is a condition related to brain functioning including control coordination and understanding. The symptoms of autism can be seen after 3 years of age when children show some usual behaviour like lack of interest in other children, avoiding eye contact, getting attached to certain objects etc. There is no known cause for the condition, but genetics and environment are believed to play an important role in this condition.
What is Autism?
Autism or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is a spectrum disease that affects at different ways and degrees. The disorder occurs due to brain abnormalities and the symptoms start appearing at 3 and persist throughout life. There are no known causes of autism but researchers believe that it can be due to environmental or genetics. The condition is not caused by parenting or vaccines as some predicted or have misconceptions about the same.
What are the symptoms of autism?
There are various signs and symptoms of autism and the symptoms can vary from age to age. Here is the list of symptoms related to autism.
Symptoms in toddlers
- Do not respond to their names.
- Prefers to play alone.
- Not interested in turn games.
- Repeat words or movements.
- Get attached to certain objects.
- Won’t eat certain food textures.
Symptoms in Adolescents
- Avoid eye contact with other people.
- Doesn’t get comfortable with socialization.
- Not able to understand the perspectives of the other.
- Difficulty in moving from one task to another task.
What Are the Different Types of Autism?
Before putting the range of autism spectrum disorders in single autism disorders, doctors used to think there were different types of autism or similar disorders like:
Asperger Syndrome
In these conditions, children show a narrow scope of interests and tend to have average or above-average intelligence. They also have challenges with social skills and interactions.
Autistic Disorder
This condition occurs in children with less social interaction and communication and playing with children younger than 3 years of age.
Childhood Disintegrative Disorder
Children with the condition have a good and typical development for at least 2 years. Then after a certain period, they lose communication and social skills and childhood disintegrative disorder symptoms are visible.
Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD)
This condition can be labelled when a child with autistic symptoms lies in delays in social and communication skills. This condition does not fit into another category.
Which Tests Are Used To Detect Autism?
Autism can be detected by a combination of tests like questionnaires, observations, interviews etc.
Tests used for children are:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (Book Now)
- Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R)
- Childhood Autism Rating Scale (CARS)
- Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ)
- SACS-R and SACS-PR
Why choose Ganesh Diagnostic for an Autism test?
Ganesh Diagnostic is one of the most respected and prestigious Diagnostic centres that provide Autism tests. The radiological tests for Autism are backed by government accreditations. The centre provides free blood sample collection and pathological tests from home at affordable rates and other tests.
Conclusion
Autism or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is a spectrum disease that affects at different ways and degrees. The disorder occurs due to brain abnormalities and the symptoms start to appear at the age of 3 and persist throughout life. There are no known causes of autism but researchers think, it is due to genetics and environmental conditions. There are various tests used to detect autism like Autism Spectrum Disorder, Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R), Childhood Autism Rating Scale (CARS), Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ), SACS-R etc. Patients can visit Ganesh Diagnostic Centre for autism tests.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Autism?
Autism or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is a spectrum disease that affects at different ways and degrees. The disorder occurs due to brain abnormalities and the symptoms start to appear at the age of 3 and persist throughout life.
What are the Various symptoms related to the Autism abnormality?
Various symptoms related to autism include disorders in control and coordination, playing alone, avoiding eye contact, swelling, getting attached to certain objects etc.
What are the Causes of the Autism?
There is no known cause of autism but researchers believe that genetics and environmental can be the main cause.
Which tests are used for Autism Pain Diagnosis?
Various types of tests are used to diagnose autism Autism Spectrum Disorder, Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R), Childhood Autism Rating Scale (CARS), Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ), SACS-R etc.
How to book an online appointment for an Autism test in Delhi?
Patients can call at 011-47-444-444 / 011-47-333-333 or visit Ganesh's diagnostic website to book an appointment for an autism test in Delhi.
What is the ICD-10 code for autism disorder Unspecified?
The ICD-10 code for autism disorder (PDD) unspecified is F84.0
How can Patients download Autism Test Reports Online?
Patients can visit Ganesh's diagnostic website or call at 011-47-444-444 / 011-47-333-333 to download the autism test report online.
Which Ganesh Diagnostic Centre is near me in Delhi for the Autism Pain Tests?
Ganesh Diagnostic centres for Autism pain tests are in Rohini, Nangloi, Model Town, Hari Nagar, Mangol Puri, and Yamuna Vihar.
