Measuring Newborn Thyroid Size with Ultrasound
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Genetic & congenital, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study uses safe ultrasound imaging to measure thyroid gland size in healthy newborns. The research helps doctors understand normal thyroid development and may improve early detection of thyroid problems.
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Who can take part
- Your baby was born between 37 and 42 weeks of pregnancy (full term)
- Your baby is generally healthy with no birth complications
- Your baby had no major health issues detected before or at birth
- Your baby's newborn screening test showed normal thyroid hormone levels
- You are willing to have a quick ultrasound scan performed on your baby
- You were pregnant and gave birth in Italy
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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