Paediatric Health Check-Up in Turkey
An essential health screening for children, blood work, growth assessment, and paediatrician consultation. All completed in one day from £243 at a government-licensed hospital.
When you are travelling to Turkey for your own treatment, why not take the opportunity to give your child a thorough health check at the same time? This paediatric screening provides a comprehensive overview of your child's health, blood work, growth assessment, and a paediatrician consultation, all completed in a child-friendly environment at a government-licensed hospital.
Getting comprehensive blood work and specialist consultations for children through the NHS can involve long waits and multiple appointments. In Turkey, everything is completed in a single, efficient visit. The medical team is experienced in working with children and understands how to make the experience as comfortable and stress-free as possible for both you and your child.
A similar scope of private paediatric screening in the UK would typically cost between £400 and £800. Your package starts from just £245.
What Is Paediatric Check-Up?
This is a general health screening designed for children, covering the essential tests and assessments relevant to their age and development.
Your child's check-up typically includes:
- Complete blood count (CBC)
- Blood chemistry panel appropriate for the child's age
- Iron studies (anaemia screening)
- Vitamin D and B12 levels
- Thyroid function screening
- Blood glucose
- Urinalysis
- Growth assessment (height, weight, BMI percentile)
- Physical examination
- Paediatrician consultation to review all results
The paediatrician reviews all findings with you, explains everything clearly, and provides recommendations. You receive a written report in English.
Am I Suitable?
This check-up is suitable for children of all ages who would benefit from a general health screening.
This check-up is particularly useful if:
- Your child has not had comprehensive blood work done
- You want to check for vitamin deficiencies or anaemia
- You have concerns about your child's growth or development
- You are already travelling to Turkey for your own treatment and want to make the most of the trip
- You want a baseline health assessment for your child
You might consider the Detailed Paediatric Check-Up if:
- You want more comprehensive screening including allergy testing or additional specialist consultations
- Your child has specific health concerns that need thorough investigation
What Happens During the Procedure?
The medical team is experienced with children and works to make the experience as calm and comfortable as possible.
Before you arrive
You complete a questionnaire about your child's medical history, vaccinations, any concerns, and family health history.
On the day
You and your child are collected from your hotel. Your personal translator accompanies you. The paediatric team understands that children can be anxious about medical environments and takes a gentle, patient approach.
Blood draws are performed by staff experienced with children, using age-appropriate techniques and numbing cream where appropriate. The physical examination and growth assessment are straightforward and non-invasive.
Results and consultation
Results are typically available within a few hours. The paediatrician reviews everything with you, explains findings in plain language, and provides recommendations. You receive a written report in English.
After the check-up
Share the report with your child's GP or paediatrician at home. The rest of your stay is yours to enjoy as a family.
Recovery & Aftercare
No recovery is needed. All tests are non-invasive or minimally invasive.
On the day:
- Your child may be briefly upset by the blood draw, this is normal and passes quickly
- A small bruise at the blood draw site is common
- Your child can return to normal activities immediately after the appointments
No restrictions on activity or diet after the check-up.
Risks & Considerations
Paediatric health screenings carry virtually no risk.
Minor considerations:
- Brief distress during the blood draw (managed with numbing cream and experienced paediatric staff)
- Small bruise at the blood draw site
- Anxiety in medical settings (the team is experienced in working with children of all ages)
All tests are conducted by qualified paediatric staff in a government-licensed hospital.
UK vs Turkey: What You Save
UK prices are indicative ranges based on private healthcare providers. Your THST price is confirmed during your free consultation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This check-up is suitable for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers. The specific tests and assessments are adjusted based on your child's age. The paediatric team is experienced in working with children across all age groups and adapts their approach accordingly, from gentle handling with toddlers to age-appropriate explanations for older children.
For older children, fasting for 8-10 hours before the blood draw is ideal for accurate results. For younger children and toddlers, the fasting requirements may be adjusted, our team will advise based on your child's age. Water is always fine. The appointment is typically scheduled for the morning so the fasting period falls overnight, minimising disruption.
The paediatric team is experienced in working with anxious children. Numbing cream can be applied to the blood draw site beforehand, and distraction techniques (toys, conversation, screens) are used to help your child through the process. The staff take a patient, gentle approach, if your child needs extra time or reassurance, that is absolutely fine. Most children are calm within minutes of the blood draw being completed.
Yes, absolutely. A parent or guardian is welcome, and encouraged, to stay with their child throughout all tests, examinations, and consultations. Your presence is reassuring for your child and ensures you can ask questions and hear the results directly from the paediatrician. Your personal translator is also with you throughout to ensure clear communication.
The standard Paediatric Check-Up covers essential blood work, growth assessment, and a paediatrician consultation. The Detailed Paediatric Check-Up includes additional screenings such as allergy testing, more comprehensive blood panels, and potentially additional specialist consultations depending on your child's needs. If your child has specific health concerns or you want the most thorough screening available, the Detailed package is the better choice.
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