AVPR1A Gene

AVPR1A is a candidate gene for autism.

AVPR1A is a candidate gene for autism.

The argine-vasopressin (AVP) hormone system has been shown to affect social behavior. Because it mediates the influence of AVP, the AVP receptor 1a (AVPR1a) is a candidate gene for autism. Although it remains a prominent candidate gene for the disorder, evidence from two association studies have found only a weak positive association.