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Major study identifies genes leading to autism

Researchers have discovered many more genes that contribute to the risk of autism. They analyzed more than 14,000 DNA samples and found new sets of genes may be involved in autism, including some that control how nerve networks form in the brain. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports.
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