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IgM and IgG results

IgM and IgG results

I just found out that my boyfriend of the last 2 years was cheating on me with two other females, one of which has had genital herpes for over 7 years.  I went to my OBGYN for testing, but I am having a hard time understanding the results and getting a straight answer from the staff.  My IgM test came back high at 1.7.  My IgG type specific tests for 1 and 2 came back negative (<0.91), but my OBGYN is requesting that I come back in for the IgG test stating that I could have been recently "exposed" and therefore it is not showing yet in the IgG test.  Is this right??  I also read that kidney issues could potentially mess up these tests.  My neutrophils came back high (9.2 when 7.8 is considered the top end of the normal range).  I really need some peace of mind here and assistance in deciphering what all of this means.  I cannot imagine going another 30 days not knowing whether or not I have contracted HSV in some capacity.  Help?
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I wrote a pretty good journal post (if I do say so myself) on the IgM testing which takes an answer from one of MedHelp's STD Expert Doctors.  

Please read over it: http://www.medhelp.org/user_journals/show/173049/Herpes-IgM-Testing?personal_page_id=991435

I can't interpret your results. How long ago was your last sexual encounter with the (I am sure now ex) bf took place?  If it was more than 3-4 months ago you can believe your results.  However, if it was any shorter than that I would recommend you re-tresting when you have reached 4 months after your last sexual encounter.
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Grace already replied to this duplicate post

http://www.medhelp.org/posts/Herpes/IgM-and-IgG-tests/show/1208386
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That was truly helpful, and I appreciate the information on the various tests.  It's been over a month, the person that I know for certain is positive is on supressive therapy and hasn't had a "breakout" in a while.  I will retest and keep my fingers crossed!
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Yeah I notice grace replied to the duplicate post.  oh well.  
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