HSV 2 low positive

[PregnantafterV]

I just got results from testing back and everything was good except my Igg hsv 2 value was 1.9, which is above the 1.1 threshold for a positive result.  I've never had a symptom, but it's kind of heartbreaking news.  

I've been reading through the boards and it sounds like there is a reasonable chance it could be a false positive.  3 years ago I have a test that was equivocal, which I didn't follow up on.  

What exactly does a low positive result mean?  Is it simply that it could be a false positive and nothing more?  Does it make it less likely (probablistically) that you will pass it to someone?  Less likely to get outbreaks?  I'm just trying to make sense out of this.  

I've also seen references to research showing that anything below 3.5 can be a false positive.  Is there any way a lay person is able to look at this research?  Is the likelihood of a false positive reasonable or is it so low, statistically speaking, that's it's not worth getting your hopes up?

I appreciate any input you have for me.

[Fleetwood20]

It will do no harm. It may be negative, but sometimes low positives persist for a period of time. In this case, the Westernblot will sort things out quickest.

[PregnantafterV]

So it is not worthwhile getting another Igg herpeselect test?

[Fleetwood20]

Any value less than 3.5 needs verification with Westernblot or until you test negative in future.

[PregnantafterV]

I have a follow up test (with the exact same test).  If that comes up above 1.1, is it definitely positive?  Is there any benefit to having a lower positive value?  Does it make it less likely to pass the virus on?  Does it make you less likely to have an outbreak?  Since I've never had a symptom, how do I even know if it's genital or oral?

[Life360_Dave]

Hi, not to worry as is almost certainly a false positive as any number 3.5 and below would need retesting. Have the Western Blot if possible but again dont be concerned.
dave