Anemia in pregnancy and baby's brain blood flow
Part of Blood & lymphatic clinical trials.
This study uses a special ultrasound (Doppler) to measure blood flow to your baby's brain during the third trimester. The goal is to see how anemia might affect your baby's health and birth outcomes.
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Who can take part
- You are pregnant and have been diagnosed with anemia (low red blood cells).
- Your hemoglobin level (a measure of red blood cells) is 11 g/dL or lower.
- You are carrying exactly one baby.
- Your baby does not have any known birth defects or abnormalities.
- You do not have other major health conditions like diabetes, preeclampsia, or an autoimmune disease.
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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