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Point-of-care human milk concentration by passive osmosis: comprehensive analysis of fresh human milk samples

Medicine and Health

Point-of-care human milk concentration by passive osmosis: comprehensive analysis of fresh human milk samples

E. R. Schinkel, E. R. Nelson, et al.

Discover an innovative approach to enhancing human milk concentration through passive osmotic processes, as explored in this study. Conducted by leading experts, including Elizabeth R. Schinkel and Elizabeth R. Nelson, the research reveals how this method reduces volume while maintaining essential components, offering hope for better nutrition for preterm infants.

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Abstract
This study evaluated a novel point-of-care human milk concentration (HMC) process using passive osmotic concentration. Nineteen fresh human milk samples were concentrated for 3 h at 4 °C. Passive osmotic concentration reduced HM volume by an average of 16.3% without significantly affecting pH or cell viability. Most HM components increased within the expected range due to volume reduction. This method offers a potential alternative to fortifying human milk for preterm infants.
Publisher
Journal of Perinatology
Published On
May 17, 2024
Authors
Elizabeth R. Schinkel, Elizabeth R. Nelson, Jae H. Kim, Maryanne T. Perrin, Roger Dyer, Rajavel Elango, Lars Bode, David C. Dallas, Jiraporn Lueangsakulthai, Carrie-Ellen Briere, Sarah N. Taylor
Tags
human milk concentration
passive osmotic concentration
preterm infants
milk components
nutrition
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