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Herpes Simplex Antigens
ANALYTES
Analytes are the substances measured in this test, which include:
HSV 1/2 lgG
HSV 1/2 lgM
rESULTS
sample Req.
The Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) 1 and 2 Antibody Test is a blood test that detects antibodies produced by the immune system in response to infection by the herpes simplex viruses.
HSV IgG indicates past exposure or established infection with herpes simplex virus
HSV IgM indicates recent or acute infection, or possible reactivation of herpes simplex virus
Blood
cOST
The results of your health assessment have identified specific signs and symptoms that are clinically consistent with an increased risk of
Herpes Simplex Virus 1 or 2 infection
Positive HSV results are associated with a range of conditions and signs, which have been clinically verified to include
HSV 1 + 2: Burning or Tingling before cystic lesions appear
HSV 1: Cold Sores
HSV 2: Genital Lesions
HSV 2: Unexplained urinary burning
Herpes Simplex testing is optional and used to investigate if unexplained urinary burning or burning or tingling before cystic lesions appear, correlates to Herpes Simplex Viral Infection.
Diagnostic confirmation enables appropriate and targeted management. In the absence of laboratory confirmation, antiviral therapy directed toward HSV will not be incorporated into the treatment plan.
A blood collection kit will be dispatched to you by post.
This collection kit must be presented to an affiliated pathology provider, where a qualified phlebotomist will perform the blood draw and arrange return of the specimen to the laboratory in accordance with standard handling protocols.
Affiliated pathology providers vary by Australian state. Please refer to the list below to identify the appropriate provider for your location:
VIC: Melbourne Pathology
NSW: 4Cyte Pathology
QLD: 4Cyte Pathology
SA: Abbott Pathology
WA: Western Diagnostic Pathology
NT: Western Diagnostic Pathology
TAS: TML Pathology
ACT: 4Cyte Pathology
Estimated Turnaround Time: 5 business days
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