You can ease a child’s anxiety about laboratory tests by explaining the procedure to them in advance. Please note that children under 15 years old require a physician's referral for tests.
When you visit the laboratory with your child, it’s a good idea to explain how the sample collection will proceed and what it involves. Often, simply knowing what will happen in the laboratory can reduce a child’s anxiety.
Sometimes, a child may mask their fear with anger or aggressive behavior instead of shyness or tears. In such cases, it’s especially important for the adult to remain calm. Check out tips on how to prepare for your child’s sample collection.
Please note that children under 15 years old require a physician's referral for tests.
Important tip for adults: Hold the child securely during the sample collection. Staying still is essential for good sample quality, and the process will be over more quickly.
Often, the most important factor in reducing a child’s fear is the presence of a parent or familiar adult. However, if you as an adult are too nervous, you might pass your fear onto the child.
In the OmaMehiläinen service, you can view not only your own health information but also your child’s health information. Even if you don’t personally use Mehiläinen’s services, you can register for OmaMehiläinen and link your child to your family profile. You can access the OmaMehiläinen service by downloading the OmaMehiläinen app to your phone.
If you come for sample collection without an appointment, check upon arrival if there is a separate queue for child patients. In uncertain situations, ask our staff for assistance on-site.
If you use the OmaMehiläinen service, you can view not only your own health information but also your child’s information there. Even if you don’t personally use Mehiläinen’s services, you can register for OmaMehiläinen and link your child to your family profile.
You can access the OmaMehiläinen service by downloading the OmaMehiläinen app to your phone.