Mining the gut microbiota of adults for health-relevant microbial signatures.
This study is a community-based, observational cross-sectional investigation, enrolling 1,530 middle-aged and elderly volunteers. Data were collected through a systematic, multi-dimensional assessment, which included: Biospecimen Collection: Blood, urine, and stool samples were obtained from the volunteers. Physical and Imaging Examinations: Procedures included anthropometric measurements, vital sign monitoring, oral examinations, electrocardiograms, physical examinations of key organs, and abdominal ultrasonography. Psychological and Cognitive Assessments: Standardized scales were administered to assess anxiety/depression and memory function. All clinical and questionnaire data were processed through standardized procedures, forming a comprehensive health database for subsequent analysis.
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
1,530
Observational, non-interventional study.
Zhujiang Hospital of Southern Medical University
Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
Identification of Health-Relevant Signatures in Adults
Primary Outcome Measure 1)Change in standard laboratory parameters from baseline:Changes in routine laboratory parameters measured in blood, urine, and stool samples, including complete blood count and standard serum biochemistry panels.Unit of Measure: Various laboratory units (e.g., g/L, U/L, mmol/L); 2) Change in anthropometric measurements from baseline: Anthropometric measurements including body weight (kg), height (m), and body mass index (BMI, kg/m²).Unit of Measure:kg, m, kg/m²; 3) Alcohol consumption status: Alcohol consumption status assessed by self- report, categorized as current drinker or non-drinker at enrollment.Unit of Measure:Categorical (yes/no); 4) Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) scores: Anxiety and depression symptom severity assessed using the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, including anxiety and depression subscale scores.Unit of Measure:Score on a standardized scale.
Time frame: Baseline
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