HSV Labs

[CL14]

I had an encounter 25 days prior to taking labs. The encounter included performance of oral, and finger to vaginal penetration. Finger may have had abrasion. No cold or genital sores ever presented although, I did have a rash on my wrist 5 days prior to getting labs drawn. The rash was itchy but did not blister, though it may have had some very small vesicles. No ulceration ever occurred. The day AFTER I had my labs drawn I did have a mild sore throat (ongoing for 2 days now).

The labs returned NEGATIVE:
HSV1 <.10
HSV2 =.13

I understand that 25 days is bit early to test, however since I was "somewhat symptomatic" I figured it may test + if a real infection.


So my question, how much confidence can I take in these labs given the timeline and symptoms?

It should be noted that my doctor said he did not suspect an STD causing my symptoms.

Secondly, should I read anything into HSV2 being more elevated than HSV1?


Thanks in advance for all your help.
CL

[gracefromHHP]

you tested far too early but since you are negative for herpes, odds are you would've had a very "classic" and obvious ob if you had contracted it.

[CL14]

Thank you so much for the response. Any opinion on the timing aspect?
CL

[gracefromHHP]

the two tests are completely different. you can't compare them at all.

not likely you had herpes on your wrist and not also on your mouth from the encounter.

grace