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Aliases Other names that describe the test. First Name. Last Name. What is this test? This test looks for which type of herpes simplex virus HSV is causing your infection.
Why do I need this test? With outbreaks on the face, symptoms can include: Sore throat Tiredness Muscle soreness Swollen lymph nodes in the neck Sores on the lips, tongue, face, palate, and gums Genital HSV infections can cause: Fever Headache Tiredness Muscle soreness Painful urination Itching Discharge from the penis or vagina Painful genital sores ulcers You may also need this test if you have symptoms of meningitis, or inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain.
Symptoms include: Stiff neck Fever Headache Vomiting Eye pain when looking at light photophobia You may also need this test if you have symptoms of encephalitis, or brain inflammation. What other tests might I have along with this test? Your healthcare provider may also order other tests to check for: HSV DNA in sores Antibodies against HSV in your blood If your provider suspects that your brain has been affected by the infection, they may order a viral DNA test of your cerebrospinal fluid, the fluid around your brain and spinal cord.
What do my test results mean? How is this test done? Does this test pose any risks? You may feel mild pain when the healthcare provider takes the sample from a sore. What might affect my test results? How do I get ready for this test? Normal results are negative, meaning that no HSV was found in your sample. Positive results mean that HSV was found.
The results may also show which type of HSV you have. This test requires a sample of fluid from a herpes sore or from genital secretions.
Your doctor will collect the sample by gently pressing a soft swab into one or more sores, or placing the swab on the tip of the penis or in the vagina. Washing the sores with certain cleansers, including alcohol, may kill the virus and affect your results. If sores have started to heal, they may be less likely to have the virus. Viral isolation What is this test? This test looks for which type of herpes simplex virus HSV is causing your infection.
Why do I need this test? Symptoms include: Stiff neck Fever Headache Vomiting Eye pain when looking at light photophobia You may also need this test if you have symptoms of encephalitis, or brain inflammation.
What other tests might I have along with this test? Your healthcare provider may also order other tests to check for: HSV DNA in sores Antibodies against HSV in your blood If your provider suspects that your brain has been affected by the infection, they may order a viral DNA test of your cerebrospinal fluid, the fluid around your brain and spinal cord. What do my test results mean? How is this test done? Does this test pose any risks? You may feel mild pain when the healthcare provider takes the sample from a sore.
What might affect my test results? How do I get ready for this test? All rights reserved. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical care. Always follow your healthcare professional's instructions. Case Management Program for Members. Behavioral Health Support.
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