Study iron absorption in early pregnancy and breastfeeding
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study looks at how your body absorbs iron during early pregnancy and after birth. The results may help researchers understand iron needs and how iron levels change, which could support healthier pregnancy and breastfeeding outcomes.
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Who can take part
- You can sign (or have a guardian sign) the study consent form
- You took part in an earlier iron absorption study and drank an oral iron dose labeled 57Fe at least 12 months ago
- You have a positive pregnancy test and are under 10 weeks pregnant based on your last menstrual period
- You live in the study area and can stay near the site for most of the next 16 months (not leaving for more than 4 weeks at a time)
- Hospital staff check that you are in generally good health to join
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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