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HSV test results

pm6
I recently had HSV 1 & 2 testing.  My results were HSV 1 - 5.93.  HSV 2 - 3.46.  I read that if HSV 2 is less than 3.5, then it could be a false positive.  Should I get restested?  I've never had a Herpes outbreak.
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101028 tn?1419603004
It's a herpes western blot blood test. it's the test we recommend the most for confirming herpes status.

http://depts.washington.edu/rspvirus/herpes.htm  has more info for your provider so that they order the right test for you.
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Where can I get a WB test?  What is that?
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101028 tn?1419603004
if you've never had genital symptoms then by all means seek out a herpes WB blood test to confirm your status. I recommend that for anyone with lower scores and no history of symptoms.

grace
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