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measure Lungs - Allergy test
Study: Generation R Mode of collection: MeasurementsAndTests Biological sample/measurement Available measurements: Generation R 9-10 yearsSensitization for birch, cat or dog, or five grass mixture was measured with skin prick tests. Allergy outcomes were categorized into the groups “no inhalant allergic sensitization, no physician-diagnosed inhalant allergy,” “inhalant allergic sensitization but no physician-diagnosed inhalant allergy,” “no inhalant allergic sensitization but...Created October 17, 2024 • Updated October 20, 2024 -
measure Muscle function and bone strength (Mechanography)
Study: Generation R Mode of collection: MeasurementsAndTests Biological sample/measurement Available measurements: Generation R 17-18 yearsMuscle function and bone strength were assessed using mechanography. This includes a mechanographic record of jumping movements on a specially designed springboard. Relevant functional parameters such as strength and spot force are measured to determine coordination, muscle function and muscle-bone relationship.Created October 17, 2024 • Updated October 20, 2024 -
measure Exercise test - Steep Ramp Test
Study: Generation R Mode of collection: MeasurementsAndTests Biological sample/measurement Available measurements: Generation R 13-14 yearsThe Steep Ramp Test is a short maximal exercise test that measures the peak work rate (WRpeak), which is a valid and reliable estimation of the maximal aerobic exercise capacity and thus cardiorespiratory fitness.Created October 17, 2024 • Updated October 20, 2024 -
measure Audiometry
Study: Generation R Mode of collection: MeasurementsAndTests Biological sample/measurement Available measurements: Generation R 9-10 years 13-14 years 17-18 yearsAudiometry measurements evaluate an individual's hearing abilities, with pure-tone audiometry assessing hearing sensitivity across different frequencies and intensities, and tympanometry measuring the middle ear's response to changes in air pressure.Created October 17, 2024 • Updated October 20, 2024 -
measure Neuromotor development
Study: Generation R Mode of collection: MeasurementsAndTests Biological sample/measurement Available measurements: Generation R 6 weeks 3 months 6 months 1 yearNeuromotor development was assessed using items from the Touwen’s Neurodevelopmental Examination. Children's motor behavior was observed in supine, prone, sitting, standing, and walking positions.Created October 17, 2024 • Updated October 20, 2024 -
measure PROP taster status
Study: Generation R Mode of collection: MeasurementsAndTests Behavioral/cognitive task Available measurements: Generation R 5-6 yearsPROP taster status was determined by using a method developed by Keller et al. (2002). Children were classified as "tasters" or "non-tasters" by giving them 5 ml of 0.56 mmol l-1 solution of PROP (6-n-propylthiouracil; pharmacy of Erasmus MC, Rotterdam, The Netherlands) after which they were asked the question: "Do you taste anything?"Created October 17, 2024 • Updated October 20, 2024 -
measure Gestational age
Study: Generation R Mode of collection: MeasurementsAndTests Echo Available measurements: Generation R Early pregnancy Mid pregnancy Late pregnancyGestational age is an estimation of the duration of pregnancy, either from the first day of the last menstrual period, or through ultrasound measurements, aiding in tracking fetal development.Created October 17, 2024 • Updated October 20, 2024 -
measure Craniofacial growth (face development)
Study: Generation R Mode of collection: MeasurementsAndTests Anthropometrics/Body measures Available measurements: Generation R 9-10 years 13-14 years 17-18 yearsCraniofacial growth was determined using lateral cephalograms.Created October 17, 2024 • Updated October 20, 2024 -
measure 3D facial images
Study: Generation R Mode of collection: MeasurementsAndTests Anthropometrics/Body measures Available measurements: Generation R 9-10 years 13-14 years 17-18 yearsThree-dimensional (3D) facial images were taken of participants using a 3dMDface system (3dMD Inc., Atlanta, GA, USA) photogrammetric device by trained photographers.Created October 17, 2024 • Updated October 20, 2024 -
measure Finger tapping task
Study: Generation R Mode of collection: MeasurementsAndTests Behavioral/cognitive task Available measurements: Generation R 9-10 yearsThe Finger Tapping Task is a computerized task that assesses motor control, speed and lateralized coordination. During the task, children have to tap switching between their right, left, or both index fingers as quickly as possible for 10 seconds. A total of five trials are measured, starting with a visual and an auditory queue. The total number of finger...Created October 17, 2024 • Updated October 20, 2024 -
measure Birth weight
Study: Generation R Mode of collection: MeasurementsAndTests Anthropometrics/Body measures Available measurements: Generation R BirthBirth weight of the infant (in grams) was obtained from medical records completed by community midwives and obstetricians.Created October 17, 2024 • Updated October 20, 2024 -
measure Walking Backwards task
Study: Generation R Mode of collection: MeasurementsAndTests Behavioral/cognitive task Available measurements: Generation R 9-10 yearsThe Walking Backwards task (Rückwärts Balancieren) from the Body Coordination Test for Children (Korperkoordinationstest für Kinder) assesses balancing ability. Children are asked to walk backwards on three different balance beams. They start with a forwards practice, after which they have to walk backwards twice.Created October 17, 2024 • Updated October 20, 2024