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cross-sectional study |
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cross-sectional study, n the scientific method for the analysis of data gathered from two or more samples at one point in time. cross-sectional study a study in which a statistically significant sample of a population is used to estimate the relationship between an outcome of interest and population variables as they exist at one particular time. Since both the outcome and the variables are measured at the one time these studies are not strong at showing cause-effect relationships. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Semen quality and sex hormones among mild steel and stainless steel welders: a cross sectional study. Deprivation and childhood obesity: A cross sectional study of 20,973 children in Plymouth, United Kingdom. Green tea consumption and serum lipid profiles: A cross sectional study in northern Kyushu, Japan. |
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