Genes and how they affect preterm babies health

What is the study about?

GenOMICC is a research study that is trying to find out how genes can affect preterm babies health, particularly looking at the likelihood of developing chronic lung disease.

The research study can help us to develop better treatments for other patients in the future

Who can take part?

Babies who are < 32 weeks old

What is involved?

Blood sample will be taken from the baby at the same time as their usual collection of blood.

We will use the sample to analyse your baby’s DNA which could include the whole sequence of their genome. Your genome is the ‘instruction manual’ that contains the information needed to make, run and repair everything in the body.

How do I take part?

Parents will be approached by the nurses or doctors and/ or the research nurses.

Please also ask the doctors and nurses looking after your baby, if you would like to know more.

Tell me more

Visit dedicated website: https://genomicc.org/participants/