Our Samples & Data

Description of Samples and Data Collected

  • Blood
    Blood samples are collected from participants at various timepoints prior to conception, during pregnancy, and at delivery.

    Urine
    Urine samples are collected from participants at various timepoints during pregnancy.

    Vaginal Swabs
    A vaginal swab is collected from participants at one timepoint during pregnancy.

    Umbilical Cord Blood
    Cord blood is collected from participants following labour and delivery.

    Umbilical Cord Tissue
    Cord tissue is collected from participants following labour and delivery.

    Placental Tissue
    Placental tissue is collected from participants following labour and delivery.

  • Clinical
    Medical health records of participants are used to collect information regarding their health care information, past medical history, and state of health. Clinical data of the delivered child is also collected to monitor child outcomes.

    Questionnaire
    Participants are sent questionnaires which pose questions on factors deemed important with regards to pregnancy outcomes. This includes demographic information, medical history, and psychological well-being.

Data Collection Timeline