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Comparison of serum adiponectin levels in maternal and umbilical cord blood according to different modes of delivery (n = 75)
| Serum adiponectin levels (μg/ml) | Vaginal delivery (n = 40) | Cesarean section (n = 35) | P-value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maternal adiponectin (μg/ml) | 8.52 ± 3.70a | 6.46 ± 2.45a | < 0.001b |
| Umbilical cord blood adiponectin (μg/ml) | 8.33 ± 4.72a | 7.33 ± 3.12a | 0.51b |
a, mean ± SD; b, Mann-Whitney
