I wanted to test all herpes virus, I heard there are 8 types of herpes, if yes mean what blood test names and or, by testing hsv1 and hsv2 igm igg will get to know all herpes history. Please Help me thank you.

Genital Herpes

Genital Herpes Hsv 1 Symptoms

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Dr. Rahul GuptaSexologist10yrs exp

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Hello- Tests used to diagnose or screen for genital herpes include: PCR blood test: The PCR blood test can tell if you have genital herpes even if you don't have symptoms. The PCR test looks for pieces of the virus's DNA. This is the most common test used to diagnose genital herpes and is very accurate.

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