What is a herpes (HSV) test?

An HSV test can be used to detect HSV in your body. According to the National Institutes of Health, this STD test is available as a swab test or a blood test. If you know you have herpes, you can prevent infecting others, especially unborn infants.

What is a herpes test used for?

A herpes test is frequently used to determine whether HSV is causing herpes symptoms like oral or vaginal sores. A herpes test can be used to diagnose HSV in pregnant women and newborn babies who may have been exposed to HSV while in the womb, according to the National Institutes of Health.

Why do I need an HSV test?

According to the National Institutes of Health, an HSV test may be required if you have had sexual contact with someone who is infected with HSV, or if you are pregnant and have previously had herpes or indications of genital herpes. According to the National Institutes of Health, HSV testing may be required if you've had multiple sex partners, are a male who has sex with men, or have symptoms of a brain or spinal cord condition such as fever , confusion, or a stiff neck .

What happens during an HSV test?

During an HSV swab test, a healthcare worker uses a cotton swab to obtain a fluid and cell sample from a herpes sore. A thin, microscopic needle is used to take a small sample of blood from a vein in your arm during a blood test. A spinal tap is a treatment in which a healthcare professional takes a little volume of fluid from your spine to identify HSV infection.

Will I need to do anything to prepare for the test?

The swab test and herpes blood test, according to the National Institutes of Health, do not require any special preparation. You may be asked to empty your bladder and bowels before having a spinal tap. The lab test supplier can provide you with more information on the preparation required for your type of HSV test.

Are there any risks with a herpes test?

There are no risks connected with the herpes swab test, according to the National Institutes of Health. The blood test may cause minor discomfort and bruising at the injection site, according to the NIH, but these symptoms usually go away quickly. A spinal tap can cause a headache , as well as discomfort or tightness in the area where the needle was inserted. Your doctor may go over the risks of HSV testing in greater detail with you.

What do herpes test results mean?

HSV test results that are normal or negative imply that no herpes virus was found or detected. However, the National Institutes of Health warns that an HSV infection can exist even if test results are normal. Positive or abnormal results mean that HSV was found in your sample and that you are infected or have previously been infected.

Is there anything else I need to know about a herpes test?

According to the CDC, HSV testing for those who don't have herpes symptoms isn't recommended because a positive diagnosis in someone who doesn't have symptoms doesn't cause them to change their sexual behavior or stop the virus from spreading. According to the CDC, false-positive results might occur in people who don't have any symptoms. The herpes test is presently only recommended for people who have HSV symptoms, according to the CDC.

Where can I get a herpes test in DeKalb?

Many healthcare practitioners that conduct lab tests and STD testing in DeKalb can administer a herpes test. HSV testing is available from a variety of sources, including your primary care physician, a hospital, an urgent care center , or a walk-in clinic . Find herpes testing providers in your area using Solv and make an appointment for the same day or the next day. Type "herpes test" or "STD testing" into the search form on Solv's website, then choose your location to find top-rated providers in your area.

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Quest Diagnostics

260E Congress Pkwy, Crystal Lake, IL 60014260E Congress Pkwy

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4.55(528 reviews)

I thought it was extremely easy to book a lab test appointment with Quest. Getting the test done was simple and so was the getting the results! Great job putting together something so user friendly.

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Labcorp

2272 95th St, Naperville, IL 605642272 95th St

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Labcorp

2338 W Higgins Rd, Hoffman Estates, IL 601692338 W Higgins Rd

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Quest Diagnostics

640 S Washington St, Naperville, IL 60540640 S Washington St

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4.42(455 reviews)

After receiving my results, I called Quest Lab Testing and discussed the results with a consultation. This consultation filled in my knowledge gaps and made me more aware of my particular situation.

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Labcorp

1020 E Ogden Ave, Naperville, IL 605631020 E Ogden Ave

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Local MD Urgent Care, Naperville

Local MD Urgent Care

1160 E Ogden Ave, Naperville, IL 605631160 E Ogden Ave

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4.87(61 reviews)

Very clean and professional. Could not help me exactly w my issue but ordered bloodwork. Took my insurance which is nice. Most of my care is oop.

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Quest Diagnostics

12690 Illinois Rte 59, Plainfield, IL 6058512690 Illinois Rte 59

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4.49(436 reviews)

Great discreet service, scheduled my visit and paid for for the test online not in Showed up at lab, checked in and was seen within minutes. Blood and urine were collected, test results came back quickly within 2 days because I did my test on a Friday. Quick, easy and cheap. Didn't have to wait for a visit to my PCP, and then get referral to lab.

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Quest Diagnostics

22285 N Pepper Rd, Barrington, IL 6001022285 N Pepper Rd

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4.44(536 reviews)

I was very surprised with my experience here. My appointment was made very quickly. I was seen in a very short period of time. My test results came back in a very timely manner. I was able to speak with a doctor soon after and was taking care of. I was very satisfied with the experience I had here. I definitely recommend using them for any issues you have or any questions you may have.

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Midwest Express Clinic, Wheaton- IL

Midwest Express Clinic

1910 E Roosevelt Rd, Wheaton, IL 601871910 E Roosevelt Rd

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Dekalb Clinic Convenient Care

217 Franklin St, DeKalb, IL 60115217 Franklin St

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Physicians Immediate Care, DeKalb/Sycamore

Physicians Immediate Care

2496 Dekalb Ave, Sycamore, IL 601782496 Dekalb Ave

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2.96(12 reviews)

Physicians Immediate Care, DeKalb/Sycamore - 2496 Dekalb Ave, Sycamore

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Northwestern Medicine Laboratory Services, Sycamore Gateway Drive

Northwestern Medicine Laboratory Services

1850 Gateway Dr, Sycamore, IL 601781850 Gateway Dr

Open until 6:45 pm

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2.67(3 reviews)

Wait time was a little longer than it use to be but the staff are always great.

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Northwestern Medicine Laboratory Services

2111 Midlands Ct, Sycamore, IL 601782111 Midlands Ct

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Walgreens

1340 Dekalb Ave, Sycamore, IL 601781340 Dekalb Ave

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1.0(1 reviews)

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Dreyer Medical Clinic

741 E Lincoln Ave, Hinckley, IL 60520741 E Lincoln Ave

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Walmart Pharmacy, Supercenter

Walmart Pharmacy

311 IL-38, Rochelle, IL 61068311 IL-38

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Walgreens

3351 W Main St, St Charles, IL 601753351 W Main St

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1.0(5 reviews)

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Advocate Medical Group Immediate Care, Batavia

Advocate Medical Group Immediate Care

2500 W Fabyan Pkwy, Batavia, IL 605102500 W Fabyan Pkwy

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HealthLab

300 S Randall Rd, Geneva, IL 60134300 S Randall Rd

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Advocate Sherman Outpatient Center, South Elgin

Advocate Sherman Outpatient Center

2000 McDonald Rd, South Elgin, IL 601772000 McDonald Rd

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3.0(5 reviews)

We have been to the South Elgin Advocate Sherman urgent care center for both outpatient testing & urgent care. We have had GREAT care every time we have been there with our kids of all ages for various things & ourselves as well. Hands down, we MUCH prefer the Sherman urgent care to Sherman Hospital ER or even Delnor ER. We have a special needs kiddo & Sherman UC was GREAT with her. We have scheduled online every time we have gone there, & every time they have always called us back within 10-15 minutes of our appointment time, if not BEFORE our appointment time. I have had prenatal ultrasounds there, & other ultrasounds were performed on some of our kiddos there (newborn to teen). The techs have always been great & results were sent to our doctors quickly. When we have a choice to go to an ER or Sherman Urgent Care, we go to Sherman UC without any hesitation. We love that it is NOT loaded with sick people coughing all over, is actually CLEAN (well, as clean as a medical facility will be due to the nature of the business), & everybody is FRIENDLY. A++

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