Order Herpes Simplex Virus 2 (HSV-2) IgG Blood Test from JustLabs for $10. Price includes lab processing at Quest Diagnostics. A one-time $18 collection fee applies per order. No insurance required.
A type-specific blood test that detects IgG antibodies to HSV-2, the primary cause of genital herpes.
The Herpes Simplex Virus 2 IgG test specifically detects antibodies to HSV-2, the type of herpes most commonly associated with genital herpes. Unlike older herpes tests, this type-specific test accurately identifies HSV-2 without cross-reacting with HSV-1.
HSV-2 affects approximately 11% of people ages 15-49 worldwide. In the United States, about 12% of adults are infected. HSV-2 is primarily transmitted through sexual contact.
Many people with HSV-2 have no symptoms or such mild symptoms they go unrecognized. When symptoms occur, they typically appear as painful blisters or sores in the genital area that heal within 2-4 weeks. The virus remains dormant in nerve cells and may cause recurring outbreaks.
Price
$10
Results
2-3 business days
Lab Network
Quest
Fasting
Not Required
What's Measured
What This Test Measures
This test detects IgG antibodies specific to HSV-2. IgG antibodies indicate past exposure (at least 2-12 weeks prior) and ongoing latent infection. The test does not indicate when infection occurred or predict outbreak frequency.
Who Should Consider This Test
Anyone wanting to know their HSV-2 status, people with recurring genital symptoms, those whose partner has genital herpes, individuals with multiple sexual partners, and anyone seeking comprehensive STI screening.
Health Insights
Conditions Screened
Related Symptoms
When to Get Tested
No fasting required. Wait at least 12 weeks after potential exposure for most accurate results. Testing too early may produce false negatives.
Understanding Your Results
Results report as positive or negative with an index value. Index <0.90 is negative, 0.90-1.10 is equivocal, >1.10 is positive. Low positive values (1.1-3.5) may warrant confirmatory testing.
What to Expect
After placing your order, you'll receive an email from Rupa Health (our lab order partner) within 24 business hours to sign a consent form and schedule your blood draw at a Quest Diagnostics location.
The blood draw typically takes just a few minutes. Results are usually available within 2-3 business days and will appear in your secure Justlabs dashboard.
Our results include reference ranges and easy-to-understand indicators showing whether your values are within normal limits.
Frequently Asked Questions
$10
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$18 lab collection + $10 physician order
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