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dont understand my test results

by alexis10, Jan 08, 2008 09:36PM
I had a std's test and the results came back with the doctor calling me and telling me I am postitive for both HSV I & II but it does not separate the 2 from each other I dont think. Can you please help me read my results I am really desparate.

HSV I/II IgG-33.4

HSV I/II IgM-0.90

Can you help me with what this means?  

I have never had any outbreaks ever and I am really confused on the results
thanks
Member Comments (4)

by abs2099, Jan 08, 2008 10:04PM
To: alexis10
Are you sure you don't have the IgG and IgM numbers backwards?

And does it say anything about which test was used?

by gracefromHHP, Jan 09, 2008 02:12AM
To: alexis10
it appears you had a non-type specific herpes blood test done which is pretty much a waste of time and money.  Call your doctor back and ask for a type specific herpes igg blood test. if they aren't sure what you are asking for - ask what lab they use and we'll try to get you the exact test number to ask them to order.

the test you had done only shows that you are + for herpes. It doesn't help you figure out which type. Since most adults have hsv 1 orally whether they can recall cold sores or not - the non-specific test is of little value and shouldn't be ordered.

grace

by alexis10, Jan 09, 2008 02:07PM
To: gracie
the test was done at LabCorp and my doctor was no help to me and told me I had it and that was that.  not sure what tests were done, but which kind should I get to just test for HSV II thanks so much for help

by alexis10, Jan 09, 2008 02:19PM
To: grace
Also have 1 more question, why is the IgG # so high though?
thanks you much
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