Test Details
Test Name
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HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS 1/2 IgG IMMUNITY
Alternative Test Names
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HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS 1 & 2 IgG, HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS 1/2 IgG IMMUNITY, HERPES SIMPLEX 1 & 2 TYPE SPECIFIC IgG, HSV 1 & 2 IgG, HSV 1 & 2 IgG IMMUNE STATUS, HSV 1 & 2 TYPE SPECIFIC IgG, HSV 1/2 IgG
Code:
HER1
Test Overview
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For use in determining past infection with HSV; differentiates between HSV-1 and HSV-2 IgG antibodies. This test is not indicated for diagnosis of recent HSV infection where virus detection from active lesions is the test of choice.
Availability of this test is restricted by region. Physicians outside the province of Ontario please contact a Dynacare laboratory in your area for further information.
Test Preparation Instructions
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It may take up to 3-6 months after HSV infection to develop detectable HSV IgG antibodies in the serum/blood.