Twins Born in Guangzhou
Condition(s) studied
Investigational drug(s) / intervention(s)
Study 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
Primary outcome measure(s)
- Neurodevelopment at early childhood — At age of 1 year old
Including adaptive, gross motor, fine motor, language, and social function; assessed using Gesell Developmental Schedules. - Intelligence quotient — At age of 6 years old
Assessed using the Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence-Fourth Edition including 5 verbal and 3 performance subtests. Intelligence quotient ranges 40-160, in which under 70 is defined as mental retardation. The total score was calculated by an online system. - Change of gene expression during childhood — Age at 1 year , 6 years, 12years and 18years
DNA methylation, histone acetylation etc. assessed by analyses of blood samples
Trial sites (1)
| Facility | City | Region | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center | Guangzhou | Guangdong | Recruiting |
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This page summarises publicly available registry data for informational purposes — not medical advice. Eligibility is determined by each study team; patients should discuss participation with their clinician.
View NCT03331133 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ ← All trials in China