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Tiny tots, big energy: MRI test probes baby muscle power

NCT ID NCT03976596

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Pennington Biomedical Research Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This pilot study aimed to see if a special MRI scan could reliably measure how well babies' muscles produce energy. Researchers planned to scan healthy full-term infants twice within 1-10 days. Only 2 babies enrolled before the study was ended early, so no firm conclusions can be drawn.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Participants

2 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

May 2019

Finished

Jul 2019

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

This cross-sectional study will enroll up to 18 infants. Infants will complete 2 study visits over a 1-10 day period for outcome measures.

Ages

14 to 28 days

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * healthy, full-term infant * aged 14-28 days at Visit 1 * willingness of parents to be notified of incidental findings from study procedures Exclusion Criteria: * born preterm * implanted metal or electronic objects that render MRI unsafe * unable to complete 2 clinic visits 1-10 days apart at Pennington Biomedical Research Center

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Locations

  • Pennington Biomedical Research Center

    Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70808, United States

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