Short Description

HSV-2 is the primary cause of initial and recurrent genital herpes and neonatal HSV. The test is particularly useful for the follow-up of pregnant women, who were not previously exposed to HSV-2 and consequently are not protected against the virus.

PreTest Information

No special preparation required

Detail Description

HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS (HSV) 2 IgM SERUM Test

Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) 2 IgM Serum test is a blood test to detect the presence of IgM antibodies to the herpes simplex virus type 2. This test is used to diagnose the infection caused by the herpes simplex virus type 2 which causes genital herpes. The test measures the level of IgM antibodies which are produced by the body in response to the HSV 2 infection.

The cost of the HSV 2 IgM Serum test at DNA Labs India is INR 819.

Symptoms of HSV 2 infection

Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the herpes simplex virus type 2. The symptoms of the infection vary from person to person and can range from mild to severe. Some people may have no symptoms at all. The symptoms of HSV 2 infection typically appear within 2-10 days after exposure to the virus and include:

• Painful blisters or sores in the genital area, anus, or mouth
• Burning, itching, or tingling sensation in the affected area
• Fever, headache, and muscle aches
• Swollen lymph nodes in the groin area

Diagnosis of HSV 2 infection

The diagnosis of HSV 2 infection is usually based on the symptoms and a physical examination. However, the definitive diagnosis is made by laboratory tests such as the HSV 2 IgM Serum test. This test detects the presence of IgM antibodies to the herpes simplex virus type 2 in the blood.

If you suspect that you have a genital herpes infection, it is important to get a proper diagnosis. DNA Labs India offers the HSV 2 IgM Serum test at an affordable cost of INR 819. The test is a simple blood test that detects the presence of IgM antibodies to the herpes simplex virus type 2. The symptoms of HSV 2 infection can vary from person to person and include painful blisters or sores in the genital area, anus, or mouth, burning, itching, or tingling sensation in the affected area, fever, headache, and muscle aches, and swollen lymph nodes in the groin area. The diagnosis of HSV 2 infection is usually made by laboratory tests such as the HSV 2 IgM Serum test. If you suspect that you have a genital herpes infection, don't hesitate to contact DNA Labs India for a proper diagnosis.

HSV-2 is the primary cause of initial and recurrent genital herpes and neonatal HSV. The test is particularly useful for the follow-up of pregnant women, who were not previously exposed to HSV-2 and consequently are not protected against the virus.