CRP and newborn respiratory distress syndrome: The objective of this study is to assess the relationship between maternal SAA (mSAA) levels and neonatal outcomes in PTBs, specifically focusing on RDS. In addition, we aimed to determine the correlation of mSAA with secondary indicators, including APGAR score (AS), newborn leukocyte count, and CRP levels, to improve our understanding of the inflammatory mechanisms precipitating PTB and assess their subsequent effects on immediate neonatal well-being.