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determine the fatty acid profiles of foetuses with different
patterns of intrauterine growth.
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To determine those factors which can influence the availability
of specific fatty acids to the foetus and to the neonate
(e.g. diet, the composition of maternal adipose tissue,
maternal endocrine status, placental function and milk
composition).
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To identify the consequences, for placental function,
foetal growth, neonatal development and perinatal oxidative
characteristics, of manipulating the dietary fatty acid
composition.
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The production of specific dietary recommendations for
pregnant and lactating women.
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