Hello. Do you know anyone with autism?
Yes, quite a few people as it happens. I was a special educator for some time and dealt with many developmental disorders.
Oh wow. That's very interesting. My understanding is that it runs a wide spectrum. Is that correct?
What they call autism does seem to be a developmental disorder that spans a wide range of afflictions
I have a friend whose kid was just tested but they said he is too young to tell. His speech is developing slower than normal and he is hyper-sensitive to touch. 
Symptoms are typically recognized between one and two years of age
He's three and a half. We're hoping it's not and if it is hopefully it's at a manageable level. 
I would seek a specialist in Austim Spectrum asap