| publication name | 1276 Genotypic Expression of FADS2 in Preterm Babies Fed Exclusively on Human Milk Versus Formula Fed |
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| Authors | Azza Abul-Fadl, NF Al Husseini, AY Idris |
| year | 2012 |
| keywords | |
| journal | Archives of Disease in Childhood |
| volume | 97 |
| issue | Suppl 2 |
| pages | A364-A365 |
| publisher | BMJ Publishing Group Ltd and Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health |
| Local/International | International |
| Paper Link | Not Available |
| Full paper | download |
| Supplementary materials | Not Available |
Abstract
Background Exclusively breastfed premature babies have been shown to have higher intelligent quotient scores and superior cognitive development than those deprived of human milk. However the underlying cause has not been clearly defined. Aim The aim of this study is to measure genetic expression of FADS2 gene responsible for cognition in babies exposed to different modes of feeding. Methods Thirty preterm babies were studied for gene expression of FADS2 at birth and three months later.