 The goal of this study was to measure pro-inflammatory and anti-inflammatory cytokine levels at various times in the perinatal period at birth up to day of life 21, since they may be elevated at different points in the disease process. Blood samples whole blood spots, dried on filter paper were obtained on day 1 within 4 hours after birth, and on days 3, 7, 14, and 21. Neurodevelopmental assessments were conducted at 18-22 months corrected age. 