Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test | Oral Herpes Testing in Chicago, IL
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Order Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test | Oral Herpes TestingThe Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test is a blood test that detects antibodies produced by the immune system in response to the herpes simplex type 1 virus. Because it measures the body's immune reaction rather than the virus itself, it can indicate past exposure even when no symptoms are present.
About Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test | Oral Herpes Testing in Chicago
HSV-1 is one of two closely related herpes simplex viruses, and it is most commonly associated with oral herpes.
The herpes simplex virus type 1, or HSV-1, is a widespread virus that typically causes oral herpes, which can appear as cold sores or fever blisters around the mouth. It can also cause genital herpes, often through oral-to-genital contact. Many people who carry HSV-1 never develop noticeable symptoms, and the virus can remain dormant in the body for long periods.
The HerpeSelect® test used here is a type-specific antibody test. It looks for IgG antibodies that the immune system creates to fight HSV-1. These antibodies generally take time to develop after initial exposure, so a test performed too early may not yet detect them. The test does not distinguish between oral and genital sites of infection; it identifies the virus type present in the blood.
This test is different from a direct viral culture or PCR swab, which looks for the virus at the site of a suspected outbreak. Antibody testing is useful when someone wants to know whether they have been exposed to HSV-1 at some point, even without active sores. Results are typically reported as positive or negative, and sometimes as an index value that can help interpret borderline findings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I arrange Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test | Oral Herpes Testing in Chicago, IL?
Several accredited laboratories across Chicago, IL process Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test | Oral Herpes Testing, according to LabTestOrder.
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How long do Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test | Oral Herpes Testing results take in Chicago?
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Do I need a referral for Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test | Oral Herpes Testing in Chicago?
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