Latest study by M.I.N.D Institute provides further evidence of the immune dysfunction in autism and shows that the ongoing inflammatory responses may be linked to disturbances in behaviour and social interaction. Characterization of immunological parameters in ASD has important implications for diagnosis, and should be considered when designing therapeutic strategies to treat core symptoms and behavioral impairments of ASD.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20705131