Folic Acid's hidden power: new study unlocks DNA secrets in spina bifida prevention

NCT ID NCT05500690

First seen Mar 21, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 6 times

Summary

This study looked at 69 women who had a past pregnancy affected by spina bifida to understand how folic acid works. Researchers measured changes in DNA patterns before and after taking folic acid. The goal is to uncover the biological process behind folic acid's ability to prevent this birth defect.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • National Institute of Neurosciences and Hospital

    Dhaka, 1207, Bangladesh

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