AVEST
®
Autism Virtual Early Screening Tool
A video-enabled screening tool to help parents with assessing the likelihood of autism in their children.
Supported by a CIP Spark Grant by
Early Detection
of Autism Matters
Autism affects how a person communicates, learns, and interacts with others. Signs can appear as early as 12 to 18 months, sometimes even earlier.
Autism is a lifelong condition that can affect individuals of any gender, culture, or background. While every child is different, early identification can lead to meaningful support, such as:
In Malaysia, there is an average delay of 21 months between a parent’s first concern and a formal diagnosis. To help close this gap, the National Autism Society of Malaysia (NASOM) and Angsana Health developed the Autism Virtual Early Screening Tool, or AVEST®, which is a faster, accessible way to begin support, with results in as little as 6 weeks.
AVEST® was inspired by the lived experiences of families affected by autism, and thoughtfully designed to support you and your child.
Conventional Autism Screening
Requires in-person visits to clinics or hospitals.
Requires scheduling and attending in-person appointments.
Clinical settings that may be unfamiliar and stressful for children.
Up to 21 months from initial concern to diagnosis.
Typically ranges from RM700 to RM2,000.
Privacy of Screening
Accessibility
Screening Environment
Turnaround Time
* From screening to further management.
Cost
AVEST®
Conducted at home.
Flexible scheduling without the need for travel.
Familiar home environment, reducing stress for the child.
Results available in as little as 6 weeks.
RM350 only.
The Team behind AVEST®
AVEST® was built by experts with decades of experience diagnosing and supporting people living with autism, which includes medical doctors, speech therapists, and public health experts, advised by senior paediatricians including a developmental paediatrician.
The National Autism Society of Malaysia (NASOM) is a national charitable organization formed in 1986 that provides support services to people living with autism and their family members.
Watch how AVEST® works
AVEST® in three simple steps:
Answer an evidence-based questionnaire.
Upload six short videos of your child in familiar, everyday settings, such as at home or a local playground.
A trained clinical psychologist or equivalent, will assess your responses and videos, and provide a professional report on the likelihood of autism.
After AVEST®:
What's Next
You will receive a personalized report from our AVEST® assessor, with insights on your child’s screening results and expert recommendations. We can also share the report with your doctor, if you’d like.
What you choose to do next depends on your child’s age, the screening outcome, and your conversations with your doctor.
Directory of Autism Resources
To support you, we have created a free Directory of Autism Resources, a simple way to explore trusted services and learn more about autism in Malaysia.
If you decide to visit a provider from our directory, your first consultation is free when you bring your AVEST® report.
Angsana Health is proud to support you and your child as you navigate this journey.
Have you wondered if your child might have autism?
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Empathy,
Human-Centrism.
We all deserve the same opportunities & support to navigate life.
