HSV Test

Description

HSV Test 1 and 2

HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS (HSV) 1 2

HSV antibodies test, IgG and IgM

Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 (HSV-1) infections are gained through direct person-to-person contact, most typically by a non-genital route. HSV-2 infections are usually gained through sexual contact. This assay helps in determining recent exposure and previous exposure to HSV Type 1 & 2.

What is HSV?

Herpes Simplex Virus or HSV is a virus that causes contagious sores around the mouth or the genitals (reproduction organs). The Herpes Simplex Virus is categorized into 2 types. They are Herpes Simplex Virus Type-1 HSV-1 and Herpes Simplex Virus type-2 HSV-2. HSV-1 is transmitted by oral-to-oral contact and causes sores or herpes around and in the mouth region. HSV-2 is sexually transmitted and causes infection in the genital or anal area. Both HSV-1 & HSV-2 are lifelong infections.

• There are no specific preparations required for this test
• Mostly, this test is done along with other tests to confirm the diagnosis.

How often HSV test should be performed?

If you have been diagnosed with HSV, your doctor may advise you to get this test done once in 2 years based on your clinical condition. If you are a healthy individual above the age of 35, your doctor may advise you to undergo this test either yearly or every other year.

HSV test is also known as

Also known as HSV Antibodies IgG ELISA Blood, Anti HSV I and II Antibodies IgG ELISA Blood, Herpes Simplex Virus 1 and 2 Antibodies IgG ELISA Blood, Herpes Simplex Virus I and II Antibodies IgG ELISA Blood, Anti HSV 1 and 2 Antibodies IgG, Anti HSV I and II Antibodies IgG, Herpes Simplex Antibodies IgG, Herpes Simplex Virus 1 and 2 Antibodies IgG, Herpes Simplex Virus I and II Antibodies IgG, HSV Antibodies IgG.

HSV test conditions

Note: Herpes Simplex Virus

• Overnight fasting is not required
• Doctor’s prescription may be needed
• The normal test result may vary depending on gender, age, health history, etc.

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