Pregnant Women Still Needed for a Study About Calcium

What is the study about?

The Calcium Absorption in Pregnancy (CAP) study is looking at the effect of ethnicity on how well the body takes up calcium during late pregnancy. We are doing this study to see if the current dietary recommendations for calcium are high enough to prevent bone loss during pregnancy.

Where does the study take place?

The Pediatric Clinical Research Center (PCRC) in the Children’s Hospital Oakland Outpatient Building

What do participants have to do?

If eligible after the initial screening, we will ask that you come to the PCRC twice during your third trimester of pregnancy (30-36 weeks). We will collect a fasting blood sample, give you two types of calcium, one to drink and one by vein and have you eat a small breakfast. The following morning you will return to the PCRC for a blood draw to measure the amount of calcium in your blood.

What will you receive?

For the completion of the study, you will receive a $60 Target gift card.

Are you eligible?

We are looking for individuals who are:
- Between 30-36 weeks pregnant
- 18 to 45 years of age

Certain medications and history of medical conditions are excluded.

If you would like more information or take a survey to see if you may qualify, please contact us at CAPStudy2014@gmail.com or (510) 428-3885 x 4783.