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Autism Spectrum screening (AQ-10)

Neurology & Psychiatry specialty tool

Bedside Tool Interface Configuration

The 10-item Autism Spectrum Quotient (AQ-10) recommended by NICE for clinical referral.

Algorithm Checklist Parameters:
  • 1. I notice details that others do not (Agree)
  • 2. I find it easy to do more than one thing at once (Disagree)
  • 3. I find it easy to work out what someone is thinking/feeling (Disagree)
  • 4. If there is an interruption, I can return to it quickly (Disagree)
  • 5. I find it easy to "read between the lines" in conversation (Disagree)

Primary Clinical Application:

First-line screening tool to determine if an adult should receive a comprehensive autism diagnostic referral.