Herpes is a common STI caused by 2 herpes simplex viruses (HSV-1 and HSV-2) that can be transmitted both sexually and through other body fluids and skin contact. This herpes blood test checks for both HSV-1 and HSV-2, which can cause painful sores around the mouth (oral herpes) or genitals (genital herpes). If your HSV-2 result is positive, the lab will perform an additional confirmatory test on your sample at no extra cost to you.
If you’re sexually active, especially if you’ve had unprotected sex, regular screening is one of the best ways to protect your health and the health of your partner. Although there is no cure for herpes, HSV tests can help with early detection, inform treatment to relieve symptoms, reduce future episodes, and prevent transmission. Included with your purchase, you have the ability to review your results with an independent healthcare provider. If your HSV-2 result is positive, that provider may be able to provide you with treatment options.
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HSV-1 and HSV-2 are 2 different viral infections that may cause oral or genital herpes. HSV-1 is most often responsible for oral herpes (cold sores) but can spread to the genitals through oral sex. HSV-2 is most often responsible for genital herpes, a sexually transmitted infection that may lead to multiple painful ulcers on or around the genitals, rectum, or mouth. People with HSV may never have symptoms, which makes it very easy to spread from person to person.
There is no cure for oral or genital herpes, but there are treatment options that can help shorten or prevent outbreaks. Taking medication as prescribed may also reduce the chance of spreading HSV to other people.
If left untreated, you may continue to experience symptoms. If Herpes Simplex Virus 2 (IgG) is >1.09, then HSV-2 Inhibition Study will be performed. This Inhibition Study is a confirmatory test, designed to make sure that the positive result is real and not a false positive, which can sometimes occur with low-level positive results for antibody tests.
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