Microglial Function in Autism Spectrum Disorder: Diversity, Immunometabolic Processes, and Synaptic Pathways - Takeaways - MDSpire

Microglial Function in Autism Spectrum Disorder: Diversity, Immunometabolic Processes, and Synaptic Pathways

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  • Aojie Lian

  • Mei He

  • Hong Zhang

  • Yingmei Yang

  • April 28, 2026

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    Microglia exhibit significant heterogeneity in autism spectrum disorder (ASD), influenced by region, developmental stage, and sex.

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    Current evidence suggests that ASD-related microglial alterations are context-dependent and cannot be reduced to a single inflammatory phenotype.

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    Immunometabolic processes, including lipid handling and mitochondrial function, play a crucial role in microglial competence in ASD.

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    Microglia interact with astrocytes and other cell types, complicating the interpretation of microglial signals in ASD.

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    Research emphasizes the need for precise interpretations of microglial biology in ASD, avoiding non-specific inflammatory labels.

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Microglial Function in Autism Spectrum Disorder: Diversity, Immunometabolic Processes, and Synaptic Pathways

  • by Aojie Lian, Mei He, Hong Zhang, Yingmei Yang

  • April 28, 2026

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