HERPES SIMPLEX 1+2 VIRUS (HSV), IGG, SERUM
| Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 (HSV-1) infections are acquired through direct person to person contact, most typically by a nongenital route. Recurrent infections are clinically apparent as fever blisters or cold sores. HSV 2 infections are usually acquired through sexual contact. 85% of genital herpes is caused by Type 2 virus and 15% caused by Type 1 virus. This assay helps in determining previous exposure to HSV Types 1 & 2 |
Pre-test Information : No special preparation required |
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Report Delivery : Same Day |
HERPES SIMPLEX 1+2 VIRUS (HSV), IGG, SERUM
| Test Code | H-48 |
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| Test Description | **HERPES SIMPLEX 1+2 VIRUS (HSV), IGG, SERUM |
| Clinical Category | Infections |
| Sample | 2ml (1 ml min.) serum |
| Method/Technology | CLIA |
| Storage/Temp | |
| Reporting Time | Daily |