Scientists hunt for genetic clues to protect tiniest babies
NCT ID NCT00710112
Summary
This study aims to understand why some very small, premature babies develop serious health problems like chronic lung disease, while others do not. Researchers will collect small blood samples from 1,100 infants weighing less than 3.3 pounds to look for differences in their genes and certain blood markers. The goal is to learn if these genetic and blood test results can help identify which babies are at highest risk for complications, which could lead to better prevention strategies in the future.
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Children's Wisconsin
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