Obstetrics

Studies from University of Tokyo, Nursing Department in the area of obstetrics described

Published in Women's Health Weekly, January 1st, 2009

According to a study from Hongo, Japan, "The aim of this study was to determine the folate status of pregnant women and how it is affected by dietary folate, use of folate supplements, and lifestyle factors (smoking and drinking habits). This cross-sectional study involved 537 healthy, pregnant women attending an obstetric clinic in a Tokyo suburb."

"Morning blood samples were taken to determine serum folate levels. A brief, self-administered diet history questionnaire and another questionnaire were used to obtain information about food intake and demographic data. Logistic regression was used to identify factors associated with a normal serum folate level (> 6...

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

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