The test itself is a standard blood draw procedure that you’ve probably had done before. The risk of complications is very low.​
Since the test involves a needle and temporary pain, children may find the test scary or upsetting. That’s why we require parents to have a phone or video visit with a healthcare provider before scheduling their child for testing. It’s important to understand what to expect from the test so that you’re prepared and can decide if it’s right for your child.
Experts say the main risk of antibody testing is the potential for the results to be misunderstood. To prevent this, we give everyone who gets tested detailed information about what the results mean.