Understanding how glucose levels during pregnancy affect mothers and their babies
ChartGlucose4Moms: Characterizing, by Trimester, Continuous Glucose Monitoring Measurements for determining effects on Maternal & Offspring Metabolic Sequelae
This study is looking at how using continuous glucose monitors can help pregnant women who might develop gestational diabetes by keeping track of their blood sugar levels, so we can better understand how it affects both moms and babies and improve care during pregnancy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Kaiser Foundation Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oakland, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10920374 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the effects of continuous glucose monitoring on pregnant women, particularly focusing on those at risk for gestational diabetes. By tracking glucose levels throughout pregnancy, the study aims to identify metabolic changes that could impact both maternal and infant health. The approach includes using advanced monitoring technology and biomarker assays to gather detailed data on glucose fluctuations and their implications for pregnancy outcomes. The goal is to improve early detection and management of gestational diabetes to reduce complications.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant women, especially those at risk for gestational diabetes or from racial and ethnic minority groups.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or those without risk factors for gestational diabetes may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better management of gestational diabetes, improving health outcomes for both mothers and their infants.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that continuous glucose monitoring can effectively identify metabolic issues in pregnancy, suggesting this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Oakland, UNITED STATES
- Kaiser Foundation Research Institute — Oakland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Leblanc, Erin S — Kaiser Foundation Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Leblanc, Erin S
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.