Depends. There are two types of herpes tests: IgM and IgG. The IgM test is NOT type specific so it does not differentiate between HSV-1 and HSV-2. If you tested positive with an IgM test, it could be referring to an oral (HSV-1) or genital (HSV-2) infection. The IgG test is type specific and tests exclusively for oral or genital herpes. The IgG test is the most accurate.
If you tested positive for HSV-2, there is a possibility for false positive results. Herpes test results are based on an index value and recent research suggests that some people testing positive with an index value of 1.1-3.5 actually do not have HSV-2. To reduce the possibility of false positives, there is a new, FDA approved herpes confirmation test. This test (also called the Herpes Inhibition test) is 98% accurate and is recommend to confirm the results of those who test positive within the specified range, especially if the person has never had symptoms.
Click here to learn more about this test:
http://getstdtested.com/herpes-confirmation-test
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