Autism Screening Tool STAT Shows High Sensitivity but Modest Specificity in Vietnamese Toddlers - bioengineer.org
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A study in Vietnam found that the STAT autism screening tool has high sensitivity (89.1%) but only moderate specificity (50.0%) in toddlers aged 24 to 36 months with language delays, correctly identifying most children with autism but also misclassifying many without the condition. The tool, designed for targeted screening rather than universal use, was validated for the first time in Vietnam, where it had already been incorporated into national guidelines. The study highlights the importance of evaluating screening tools in different cultural and clinical settings, as performance can vary significantly.
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