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Fetal and Neonatal Alloimmune Thrombocytopenia (FNAIT) Risks

We want to learn more about how many women are at risk for a rare condition called FNAIT (fetal and neonatal alloimmune thrombocytopenia). This condition affects a baby's platelets and puts them at risk of problems with bleeding, particularly in the brain.

Age & Gender

  • 18 years ~ 99 years
  • Female

Visit Availability

  • Extended hours (M-F, early morning or evening)
  • Weekend hours, if needed
  • In-home visits available
  • Visits can be combined with regular clinical appointments

Location

North Carolina (Statewide)

What will be asked of you

At the first visit, you will meet with a member of the study team to review the consent form. If you decide to participate, we will collect one extra tube of blood while you are getting your blood drawn for your regular clinic visit. If you are found to be at risk for FNAIT, we will schedule another visit to meet with research staff about 10 weeks after you deliver your baby for an additional blood sample.

Incentives

$20 for the 10 week postpartum blood draw

In-person visits:
1-2
Total length of participation:
9 months

Looking for Specific Volunteers

Able to participate:

  • You are between 10-14 weeks pregnant

Not eligible if:

  • you are younger than 18 years old
  • you have had a baby with FNAIT before

Contact the Team

Visit Location

Contact & Visit Location

Primary Contact

Primary Visit Location

OB/GYN Clinic
UNC Health at Panther Creek
6715 McCrimmon Pkwy, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA

Secondary Visit Location

OB/GYN Clinic
UNC Health at Weaver Crossing
1181 Weaver Dairy Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA

Additional Study Information

Principal Investigator

John Thorp
Center for Womens Health Research

Study Type

Clinical or Medical
Observational

Study Topics

Pregnancy

IRB Number

21-1459

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