Herpes Simplex IgG 1
The virus crawls and sneaks into the cells of the body affecting the nerve pathways. Herpes simplex virus types 1 and two belong to the family of Herpesviridae. If this virus is present in the body, infection occurs from mild stomatitis to keratitis, genital tract infections, aseptic meningitis, chicken pox, and other fatal diseases. Herpes simplex virus test is also known by the name of HSV test.
Why a doctor may order this
To detect past or latent HSV-1 infection; useful in serostatus assessment or recurrent oral/genital lesion work-up.
Why you may need this
Your doctor may recommend this based on your symptoms or risk factors. (To detect past or latent HSV-1 infection; useful in serostatus assessment or recurrent oral/genital lesion work-up.)
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