herpes test

[johnseba]

how long does it take for a test to detect herpes.  i had a blood test 28 days after possible exposure, and it came out clear. i also did not have any symptoms.  however, 3 months later i am not having some irritation on my testicles and a small pimple.  
so my question is. is 28 days after possible exposure enough for the blood test to be accurate?

[gracefromHHP]

no you can not test accurately on the blood tests within 3 weeks of infection.  

at this point continue to follow up on symptoms with your provider.   A one time protected encounter is very low risk.

also it's helpful to keep your posts all in your original post instead of making new ones each time.  

[johnseba]

your response was greatful. thank you.  however i have some more questions.  i dont have a sore to swab. its just an irritation and sometimes i get that when i am walking around alot and my theighs rub. i do feel a bit more itching this time.   however, with the test, is 28 days useless ? the test result came back that i had the HPV1, and that seems to be accurate because i had an outbreak around my face.  so if i had an outbreak, shouldnt the antibodies already be in my blood to test ? i was told that normally they can tell within 3 weeks of exposure.  is this not true ? i also had protected sex. i dont have any painful sores.  is herpes obvious when u get it?

[kdaily]

4 months is a conclusive result. if you have a sore then go to the doctors and have it swabed