The Relationship Between Healthy Lifestyle Behaviors, Physical Activity and Blood Tests in Pregnancy

NCT06733272 | Completed

• 1 other identifier: Pregnancy
• Study Type: observational
• Target: 649
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 2

Brief Summary

Pregnancy is a significant phase in women's lives, marked by psychological, biological, and emotional changes. It lasts for approximately nine months and is divided into three trimesters. Identifying risk factors such as maternal age, gestational age, ethnicity, and lifestyle habits is crucial for managing pregnancy effectively. Anxiety, depression, and stress can significantly impact pregnancy-related responsibilities and overall well-being, making collaboration with a multidisciplinary healthcare team essential. Physical activity during pregnancy offers numerous benefits, including better physical fitness, improved psychological health, weight management, and reduced risk of gestational diabetes. However, studies show that many women are not sufficiently active, particularly in the first trimester, where activity levels tend to be lower. Regular monitoring of thyroid function (TSH levels) and liver enzymes (ALT, AST) is essential to avoid complications, as pregnancy can affect thyroid function and liver health. Additionally, monitoring hemoglobin and hematocrit levels is necessary to manage pregnancy anemia. The proposed study aims to evaluate healthy lifestyle behaviors, physical activity, and biochemical markers among pregnant women in the first trimester, using various questionnaires and laboratory tests. This study will provide valuable insights into maternal health and guide clinical practices during early pregnancy to reduce complications and enhance overall outcomes.

Conditions

Pregnancy

Keywords

Pregnancy; Blood Tests; Physical Activity; Healthy Lifestyle Behaviors

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Biochemistry result

  LOWER AND UPPER LIMIT VALUES FOR SERUM TSH; 0.1 - 2.5 mU/L for the first trimester, 0.2 - 3.0 mU/L for the second trimester and 0.3 - 3.0 mU/L for the third trimester. Reference values should be between AST: 5-40 U/L and ALT: 7-56 U/L.

  1 day

Secondary Outcomes (2)

• Healthy Lifestyle Behaviors Scale During Pregnancy

  1 day (A one-time survey when the patient first arrives)

• Pregnancy Physical Activity Questionnaire

  1 day (A one-time survey when the patient first arrives)

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years - 40 Years
• Sex: female
• Healthy Volunteers: No
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64)
• Sampling Method: Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

The study will be conducted between 15.08.2024 and 15.08.2025. The research will be conducted in Kayseri City Hospital Gynecology and Obstetrics Polyclinic and will be conducted as a single center.

You may qualify if:

• Singleton pregnancy
• Maternal age between 18 and 40 years
• In the first trimester of pregnancy
• Literate and capable of understanding written materials

You may not qualify if:

• Multiple pregnancies
• Non-natural pregnancies
• Family history of thyroid dysfunction
• Presence of thyroid dysfunction and/or autoimmunity
• Clinical diagnosis of Diabetes Mellitus
• Clinical diagnosis of liver disease
• Presence of any physical or mental disability
• Chronic endocrine, autoimmune, or metabolic diseases
• Voluntary withdrawal from the study
• Inability to complete the questionnaires included in the study

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Inonu University: lead
• Kayseri City Hospital: collaborator

Study Sites (2)

Kayseri City Hospital

Kayseri, Turkey, 38030, Turkey (Türkiye)

Location

Kayseri City Hospital

Kayseri, 30080, Turkey (Türkiye)

Location

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Motor Activity

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Behavior

Study Design

• Study Type: observational
• Observational Model: OTHER
• Time Perspective: CROSS SECTIONAL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Lecturer

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: November 27, 2024
• First Posted: December 13, 2024
• Study Start: August 15, 2024
• Primary Completion: February 15, 2025
• Study Completion: April 1, 2025
• Last Updated: July 14, 2025

Record last verified: 2024-11

Locations

TU (2)