HSV IgM AB SCREEN DETECTED A

[whatstheproblem76]

My doctor ran two tests two weeks apart.  He really didn't know how to explain the results and was hoping I could get a better analysis.  I do not understand if I tested positive for Herpes or not?  I have had no soars or signs of Herpes.  I did have unprotected sex two months ago and tested negative for all other infectious diseases.  Can you please help me with this second test result.

Lab: HSV 1 IGG HERPESELECT AB


Date: 2010-10-17  






Name


Value


Reference Range

HSV 1 IGG HERPESELECT AB


0.42


0.00-0.89 INDEX

           This assay is type specific and will differentiate between

           HSV-1 and HSV-2 infections. A single positive result only

           indicates previous immunologic exposure and the level of

           antibody response may not be used to determine active

           infection or disease stage. The test should be repeated in

           4-6 weeks when negative or equivocal results are obtained in

           suspected early herpes simplex disease.

           The performance of this assay has not been established for

           pediatric populations,for neonatal screening,or for the

           testing of immunocompromised patients.

           Interpretation: Negative



*Notes:

Performing Lab: TBR Quest Diagnostics One Malcolm Avenue Teterboro NJ 07608 William E. Tarr, M.D.



Lab: HSV 2 IGG HERPESELECT AB


Date: 2010-10-17  






Name


Value


Reference Range

HSV 2 IGG HERPESELECT AB


0.42


0.00-0.89 INDEX

           This assay is type specific and will differentiate between

           HSV-1 and HSV-2 infections. A single positive result only

           indicates previous immunologic exposure and the level of

           antibody response may not be used to determine active

           infection or disease stage. The test should be repeated in

           4-6 weeks when negative or equivocal results are obtained in

           suspected early herpes simplex disease.

           The performance of this assay has not been established for

           pediatric populations,for neonatal screening,or for the

           testing of immunocompromised patients.

           Interpretation: Negative



*Notes:

Performing Lab: TBR Quest Diagnostics One Malcolm Avenue Teterboro NJ 07608 William E. Tarr, M.D.



Lab: HSV IgM AB TITER


Date: 2010-10-17  






Name


Value


Reference Range

HSV IgM AB TITER


<1:10


<1:10

  

  This test does not distinguish between HSV 1 and

  HSV 2. A positive HSV IgM may indicate primary or

  reactivated infection. IgM antibody can persist 12+

  months after primary infection. Cross reactions

  occur with varicella zoster, CMV and EBV. Herpes

  Simplex Virus 1 and 2 IgG, type specific antibody

  (HerpeSelect), helps confirm and differentiate prior

  infection with HSV 1 or HSV 2.

  

                     This test was performed at:

                     Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute Chantilly

                     14225 Newbrook Drive

                     Chantilly, VA 22021



*Notes:

Performing Lab: AMD Quest Diagnostics Nichols Chantilly 14225 Newbrook Drive Chantilly VA 22021 Kenneth Sisco, MD,PhD



Lab: HSV AB (IGM) W/REFL TITER


Date: 2010-10-17  






Name


Value


Reference Range

HSV IgM AB SCREEN


DETECTED  A




  

  Reference range:  NOT DETECTED

  

                     This test was performed at:

                     Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute Chantilly

                     14225 Newbrook Drive

                     Chantilly, VA 22021



*Notes:

[javier61]

Its Detected, means that antibody are present..
So its positive

[gracefromHHP]

all we need posted is the actual numeric results. you didn't have to post all the other stuff.


you are negative for hsv1 and hsv2 both. testing at the 2 month mark was a little early but odds are you don't really have hsv2 from the encounter in question.

grace