Service description
These pages provide information and instructions on how to apply for permission to use THL data and how to order data extracts. Research use of confidential data requires a data permit. As a rule, data permits for THL datasets are granted by Findata, the social and health data permit authority.
However, THL itself processes applications related to the following datasets and purposes of use:
- Permits for forensic sample materials
- Use of data in clinical studies
- Data requests for statistical datasets in accordance with the Act on the Secondary Use of Health and Social Data
Comprehensive information on THL’s Biobank data, samples, and the permit application process can be found on the Biobank’s website.
Thl Biobank
If you are planning a study concerning clients of shelters, mediation services for criminal and civil cases, or State reform schools, you may apply for a research permit for this purpose.
Research Permit
We also offer data extraction services, which include technical extraction of registry data for research use, quality assurance of datasets, and secure storage of pseudonymisation keys.
Data Requests
Important information about the service
Define the data you need as precisely as possible in advance. Start preparing your data request or permit application by familiarising yourself with the descriptions of the data contents of THL datasets as well as open data resources. More detailed, variable-level descriptions are also available in the Data Catalogue.
Open Data
Data Catalogue,
THL Biobank
Who the service is intended for
The service is intended for researchers, authorities, and organisations implementing projects and programmes. The service is not available to consumers.
What you can expect from us
We provide guidance in preparing permit applications. Once you have submitted a data request, we will process it and deliver the requested dataset once the matter has been finalised.
Fees
Some services are subject to a fee, while others are free of charge. More detailed information is available under each permit category.
How to contact us
Data permits:
tietoluvat(at)thl.fi
Data requests and cost estimates:
tietopyynnot(at)thl.fi
Registry office (research permit applications and applications for clinical studies):
kirjaamo(at)thl.fi
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