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Could I have a false positive HSV-2 result?

Could I have a false positive HSV-2 result?

Hi, I recently got a blood work done as part of my annual physical and found out I tested positive for HSV-2.  The results of the IGG tests were as follows:

HSV-1:  0.31
HSV-2:  2.41

My doctor asked me to get retested in 3 months to ensure it is indeed a positive test.  What are the chances of this being a false positive?
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http://www.medhelp.org/posts/STDs/Confusing-Igg-Test-Results/show/771141  is a terrific prior post by HHH on the low positives and why confirming them is the best course of action.

You can confirm it sooner than 3 months from now. Ask your provider about getting a herpes WB blood test.

if you have a regular partner, they too should be tested.

grace
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