Unlocking the secrets of fetal health: what really shapes a Baby's future?

NCT ID NCT04613583

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at how a mother's lifestyle—like smoking, drinking, or exposure to pollution—can affect her baby's development in the womb. Researchers will collect tissues and information from 1,200 pregnancies (7-20 weeks) to understand how these factors may lead to health problems later in life, such as obesity or high blood pressure. No treatments are given; the goal is to gather knowledge to improve future prenatal care.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to
If successful, this research could reveal how maternal habits and environment shape a baby's future health, pointing toward ways to prevent conditions like obesity and high blood pressure before birth.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It collects data but does not test any drug or intervention, so direct health benefits are not immediate. Results may take years to translate into practical advice.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Aberdeen

    RECRUITING

    Aberdeen, AB25 2ZD, United Kingdom

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