HERPES SIMPLEX 1 VIRUS (HSV), IGG, SERUM
| HSV-1 is closely associated with orolabial infections and HSV encephalitis. HSV-1 serum testing is particularly useful for the follow-up of pregnant women, who were not previously exposed to HSV-1 and consequently are not protected against the virus. The presence of HSV-1 IgG antibody in serum is an indication of previous exposure. A significant increase in HSV IgG is an indication of reactivation, current or recent infection |
Pre-test Information : No special preparation required |
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Report Delivery : Same day |
HERPES SIMPLEX 1 VIRUS (HSV), IGG, SERUM
| Test Code | H-46 |
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| Test Description | **HERPES SIMPLEX 1 VIRUS (HSV), IGG, SERUM |
| Clinical Category | Infections |
| Sample | 2 mL (1 mL min.) serum |
| Method/Technology | Chemiluminescent Immunoassay |
| Storage/Temp | |
| Reporting Time | Daily |