Development and Validation of a Multi-Analyte Biomarker Assay to Determine Preterm Birth Risk

Introduction: Preterm birth (PTB), a condition with complex etiological factors, is the leading cause of neonatal mortality and morbidity. Existing tests have poor performance, especially for nulliparous women. There is a compelling need to identify robust biomarkers of PTB to enable identification of at-risk women. A single-analyte assay may not be sufficient to detect women at risk for …