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Twins Born in Guangzhou

Twins Born in Guangzhou Cohort Study


Sponsor

Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center

Enrollment

1,000 participants

Start Date

Feb 1, 2012

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Summary

The 2-BIG is a twin birth cohort study located in Guangzhou, China.Its initial aim is to facilitate research on understanding the interplay between genes and environmental factors on disease etiology. Data are collected regarding environmental, family and lifestyle exposures on twins from birth to 18 years old. Biological samples including blood and tissue samples are also collected from the twins and their parents.


Eligibility

Max Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This cohort study follows twin babies born in Guangzhou, China, from birth through childhood to understand how genetics and the environment shape growth, development, and health. Data from the mother's pregnancy is also used. You may be eligible if: - You are a set of live twins delivered at Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center - Your family plans to remain in Guangzhou for at least 3 years - Baseline pregnancy information is available from the mother You may NOT be eligible if: - Your family does not plan to stay in Guangzhou long-term - Pregnancy baseline data is not available Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

OTHERNo intervention

Locations(1)

Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center

Guangzhou, Guangdong, China

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