Follows twins from birth to age 18 to study health influences
Observes twins from birth to 18 years, collecting lifestyle data and samples.
Plain-language title generated from the registry record
Registry title: Twins Born in Guangzhou
Key facts
- Where
- Guangzhou, ChinaSee the site
Where in China
- Guangzhou Women and Children's medical centerGuangzhou, ChinaTaking people
Questions to ask the study team
- How often do I need to come in, and for how long each time?
- Are travel costs paid?
- Can I keep my own doctor?
- What happens if I want to stop?
Trial details
- Who runs it
- Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center
- Trial code
- NCT03331133
- Record updated
- 26 February 2024
- Original description
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.Read full original descriptionShow less
Twins Born in Guangzhou Cohort Study
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.
Inclusion: Live twins delivered in Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center; Permanent residents or families intended to remain in Guangzhou with their children for no less than 3 years; Baseline information during pregnancy available.