Herpes Simplex IgG 2
These common viral conditions are transmitted through intimate person-to-person contact. In the case of HSV-1, kissing or oral sex can spread the infection to another person, while HSV-2 can be contracted through vaginal, anal or oral sex with someone who has the virus. A mother infected with a herpes virus can transmit the virus to her baby during birth if the virus is active at that time. In rare cases, infection with HSV-1 or HSV-2 can lead to meningitis (inflammation of the covering of the brain and spinal cord) or encephalitis (inflammation of the brain). Treatment for herpes infections can lessen the frequency or intensity of outbreaksHerpes: HSV-1 dan HSV-2.
Why a doctor may order this
To detect past or latent HSV-2 infection; used in genital herpes evaluation or partner counselling.
Why you may need this
Your doctor may recommend this based on your symptoms or risk factors. (To detect past or latent HSV-2 infection; used in genital herpes evaluation or partner counselling.)
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