Simple blood test could predict postpartum depression before symptoms start

NCT ID NCT06831968

First seen Jan 07, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 15 times

Summary

This study is testing a new blood test that may predict if a pregnant woman will develop postpartum depression (PPD) after giving birth. Researchers will enroll up to 500 pregnant women and collect a blood sample during the third trimester. Participants will then be checked for depression symptoms at several points up to 6 months after delivery. The goal is to see how accurate the test is at identifying who will develop PPD.

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Contacts and locations

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  • Inova Health System

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    Falls Church, Virginia, 22042, United States

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  • University of Virginia

    RECRUITING

    Charlottesville, Virginia, 22903, United States

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