Individual
Herpes Simplex I/II Antibody Profile (IgG)
Detects antibodies from a past exposure to HSV-1 (cold sores) or HSV-2 (genital herpes), indicating a lifelong, dormant infection rather than a current outbreak
2 days
£ 139
Description
Test shows Past Exposure: A positive result means you've had the virus, even if you never noticed symptoms. Type Differentiation: It can distinguish between HSV-1 and HSV-2, though some basic tests might just show a general positive. Not for Active Infection: It cannot tell you if you have a current, active herpes outbreak.
Biomaterial
Venous blood
Preparation
No special preparation required
