Fetuin-B levels in pregnancy with poor fetal growth
This study looks at whether a protein called fetuin-B in the mother's blood is different in pregnancies where the baby is growing slower than expected. It may help doctors understand and manage this condition.
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Who can take part
- You are pregnant with one baby only (not twins or more).
- You are between a certain number of weeks of pregnancy at enrollment (the specific range will be given by the study team).
- For the study group: your baby has been diagnosed with intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR) – meaning the baby is smaller than expected based on ultrasound and blood flow tests.
- For the control group: your baby is growing normally for the number of weeks of pregnancy.
- You are willing to provide a blood sample for the study.
- You are able to give written consent to participate.
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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