Choosing the types of biological sample to collect in longitudinal birth cohort studies

Paediatr Perinat Epidemiol. 2009 Jul:23 Suppl 1:103-13. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-3016.2008.01000.x.

Abstract

There are a variety of biological samples that can be collected from participants in longitudinal studies. Here we outline those that are particularly useful in longitudinal birth cohort studies starting in pregnancy, and discuss their advantages and disadvantages.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Biomarkers / analysis
  • Blood*
  • Bodily Secretions*
  • Child Development
  • Data Collection
  • Female
  • Fetal Blood*
  • Hair*
  • Humans
  • Infant Nutritional Physiological Phenomena
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Longitudinal Studies
  • Male
  • Maternal Health Services
  • Pregnancy
  • Research Design
  • Specimen Handling / methods*
  • Tooth*

Substances

  • Biomarkers