Herpes simplex virus (HSV)
- Useful for:
The Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) test detects the common and contagious virus responsible for painful blisters or ulcers. HSV occurs in two types: HSV-1 typically causes oral herpes (cold sores), while HSV-2 typically causes genital herpes. Both types spread through direct skin-to-skin contact and remain in the body for life.
- Method Name: Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
- Other Common Names: HSV-1 and HSV-2
- Medicover Laboratories Code Name: 8374
- Fasting or other requirements: N/A
- Specimen Type: Cervical Swab/Vaginal Swab/Urine/Semen
- Specimen Required Supplies: Dry Swab
- Specimen Volume: N/A
- Specimen retention time: 7 days
- Report Available: 2-3 working days
