Maternal Blood Mercury Concentration and Infant Weight
Birth weight is a strong determinant of attained weight at early ages. Until now, many studies have reported that low birth weight corresponds with high mercury levels. However, the relationship between mercury exposure and attained weight of infants has not been well studied.Therefore, the aim of a recent study was to assess the degree of prenatal exposure to mercury by measuring the total mercury levels in maternal and cord blood and examine the relationship between the mercury level during pregnancy and the attained weight of infant during the first 24 months of life.The prospective cohort study of Mothers and Children’s … Continue reading