Article
'Thinfat' phenotype in newborns.
Indian journal of pediatrics - 1 Apr 2009
Kulkarni M L, Mythri H P S, Kulkarni Akhil M
Abstract excerpt
OBJECTIVE: The objectives of the study was to know whether the 'thinfat' phenotype exists in newborns, in Central Karnataka and to correlate various factors that contribute to this peculiar phenotype, with emphasis on genetic and maternal environmental factors. METHODS: For 1000 consecutive singleton term newborns, weight, length, head, mid arm, abdominal circumferences, biceps and subscapular skinfolds were...
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.
