Hair test for newborns could reveal hidden drug exposure

NCT ID NCT03630575

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

Summary

This study planned to test newborn babies' hair for traces of drugs their mothers took during pregnancy. Hair can show drug exposure over months, unlike blood or urine tests. The goal was to better understand how these substances get into babies' hair. However, the study was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled.

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Locations

  • Hôpital Archet 2 - Service de Gynécologie - Obstétrique - Reproduction

    Nice, 06200, France