Obstetrics and Gynecology

Studies in the area of obstetrics and gynecology reported from University of Colorado

Published in Women's Health Law Weekly, March 1st, 2009

According to recent research from the United States, "The purpose of this study was to assess the placental transport of the essential amino acids (EAAs) in normal pregnancies. Nine (C-13 or H-2) EAAs were infused simultaneously as a bolus into the maternal circulation of 12 patients with uncomplicated pregnancy before cesarean delivery."

"Maternal samples were collected before and after the bolus; umbilical blood was collected at delivery. The fetal/maternal molar percent enrichment for each EAA was calculated for both the umbilical vein and artery. Plasma amino acids enrichments were analyzed by gas chromatography mass spectrometry and concentrations by high...

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Source: Women's Health Law Weekly (2009-03-01)

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