Responses are scored on a scale from 0 to 240. The generally accepted threshold for a likelihood of autism is 65 points or higher Total Score Likely Interpretation Not consistent with autism 65 – 105 Some autistic traits present 106 – 139 Strongly consistent with autism Very pronounced autistic traits Reliability and Limitations In validation studies, the RAADS-R demonstrated a 97% sensitivity (correctly identifying those with autism) and 100% specificity

Nota importante: Existen falsos negativos y falsos positivos. Una puntuación baja no descarta el autismo en personas con alta capacidad de "enmascaramiento" (camuflaje social).

Examina el uso de lenguaje literal, ecolalia (repetición de frases) y dificultades con el sarcasmo o humor.