Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a single spectrum disorder. It is characterized by marked social deficit, stereotype behavior, flexibility, sensory sensitivity, and language impairment. However, ASD can also be accompanied by neuropathology and neuroendocrine dysfunction. Higher testosterone level intrauterine is assumed to increase ASD risk in early childhood. There is limited research about the correlation between ASD and neuroendocrine dysfunction.
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