This research project is studying the causes for low platelet levels in preterm infants. Platelets are a component of blood that helps with clotting. The purpose of this study is to determine whether the cause for low platelet levels is the same in infants who are born to mothers with preeclampsia and infants who are small for gestational age.
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To determine the mechanism of thrombocytopenia in small for gestational age infants versus infants with maternal preeclampsia exposure
Timeframe: Each infant will only be enrolled during the time of birth until cord blood is collected.