HealthieOne provides testing services for all ages, including children and teenagers, with written consent from the tester's guardian. We have developed specialized reference ranges for different populations, including children, adolescents, pregnant women, post-menopausal women, and various adult age groups.
Why are pediatric reference ranges important?
Children and adolescents have significantly different normal values for hormones, metabolic markers, and other biomarkers due to their ongoing growth and development. Using adult reference ranges for a child or teenager could result in:
- Misleading or inaccurate interpretations
- Unnecessary concern about normal developmental variations
- Missed identification of actual health issues specific to their age group
That's why we've developed age-appropriate reference ranges to ensure accurate, meaningful results for younger testers.
What do I need to test my child or teenager?
We require written consent from the tester's parent or legal guardian. Once we receive that, we're happy to proceed with testing.
We're proud to serve your entire family's health needs: from children to adults. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out!
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