BPA Exposure and Autism Risk: Emerging Biological Pathways

Exploring How Prenatal BPA Exposure May Impact Brain Development in Autism Spectrum Disorder

Sep 05, 2024

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Topline:

A new study suggests that prenatal exposure to bisphenol A (BPA), a common endocrine disruptor, may be linked to autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in boys by disrupting a key enzyme involved in brain development.

Study Details:

The study, led by researchers at The Florey Institute in Australia, focused on understanding the biological mechanisms link…

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