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Distribution of sample studied at 18 years of age, according to key characteristics
| Sample characteristics | N | Mean (SD) | Prevalence |
|---|---|---|---|
| At birth | |||
| Birth weight (g) | 2250 | 3294.0 (521.5) | |
| Low birth weight | 2250 | 5.9% | |
| Preterm birth | 1821 | 5.2% | |
| Small for gestational age | 1822 | 15.0% | |
| 18-year follow-up visit | |||
| Total cholesterol (mg/dL) | 2083 | 143.1 (29.0) | |
| HDL cholesterol (mg/dL) | 2059 | 40.1 (9.7) | |
| LDL cholesterol (mg/dL) | 2059 | 88.2 (25.1) | |
| VLDL cholesterol (mg/dL) | 2059 | 14.8 (9.6) | |
| LDL/HDL ratio | 2059 | 2.31 (0.81) | |
