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Characteristics of Population-Based Cohort (N = 1066)
| Characteristic | African Descent (n = 195) | European Descent (n = 871) |
|---|---|---|
| Females/males | 94/99 | 424/437 |
| EGA, mean ± SD, wk | 38.7 ± 1.8 | 38.9 ± 1.6 |
| Birth weight, mean ± SD, kg | 3.2 ± 0.5 | 3.4 ± 0.5 |
Twelve of the 1066 infants did not have demographic information available other than race. EGA, estimated gestational age.
