Epilepsy Diagnostics

The Young Epilepsy Diagnostic Suite is home to EEG tests including diagnostic EEG, routine EEG and home video-telemetry EEG. We offer outpatient EEG test diagnostics for children and young people up to the age of 25.

Unlike other clinical settings, one of the key advantages of our diagnostic suite is its location and special aesthetic design providing a calm, friendly and person-centred environment helping young people and their families to settle with ease before an EEG test begins.

Our unique setting, and friendly team of staff, helps reduce anxieties sometimes associated with more traditional medical centres and thereby increases the likelihood of good data collection during your child’s EEG test.

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In this section

Types of EEG test
What happens during an EEG test?
A child's guide to an EEG test
What is the referral and diagnosis process?
Where are we?
Other useful links and resources
Take a look at the Young Epilepsy Diagnostic Suite with Diagnostic Suite Manager, Kelly

What happens during an EEG test?

Learn about the different types of EEG tests, how to prepare for an EEG appointment, and what to expect during and after the procedure. This video is designed to help you feel confident and informed about the EEG process and epilepsy diagnosis.

A Child's guide to an EEG test

Discover the EEG process through the eyes of a child! This friendly and playful video explains what an EEG is, how to prepare for it, and what happens during the test. Perfect for helping children understand and feel comfortable with their upcoming EEG appointment.

What is the referral and diagnosis process?

1. Referral accepted

We accept referrals from the child or young person's Paediatrician, Paediatric Neurologist named consultant.

2. Diagnostic team consultation

Our diagnostic team will discuss the referral with the referring health care professional and quickly determine level of clinical urgency.

3. Contact family

Our diagnostic team then contacts the family directly to arrange an appointment.

4. Appointment Letter

We send out an appointment letter, consent form and detailed information about the test procedure.

5. Diagnostic Tests

We then conduct out-patient diagnostic test(s), depending on the type of EEG or home video telemetry requested.

6. Test Results

Within one to three working days, we compile the test results into a detailed report and send it directly to the referring health care professional electronically.

Mia's Story

Discover how Young Epilepsy's diagnostic EEG services provided crucial support for Mia and her son, Harley, during their challenging journey with epilepsy. From rapid diagnosis to personalised care, read about their experience and the difference it made in their lives. 

Read their story

Meet the Diagnostic Suite Team

Here, you can get to know the dedicated professionals who provide expert EEG diagnostic services for children and young people with epilepsy. The team is committed to delivering high-quality care in a calm, friendly, and person-centred environment, ensuring the best possible support for young individuals and their families.

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Diagnosing epilepsy

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