Smoking in pregnancy and newborn health
Part of Lungs & breathing, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study looks at how smoking during pregnancy may affect a newborn's health by measuring a chemical in the mother's urine and checking the baby's blood, weight, and other early health signs at birth.
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Who can take part
- You are pregnant and plan to give birth at the study hospital
- You are expecting a single baby (not twins or more)
- You are at least 35 weeks along when you give birth
- You can give a urine sample within 24 hours before delivery
- Your baby's cord blood can be tested at birth, and your baby's health data can be collected
- You do not have to smoke to join – this study includes both smokers and non-smokers
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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