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 Lake Forest?

Many healthcare practitioners that conduct lab tests and STD testing in Lake Forest 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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Midwest Express Clinic, Wheaton- IL

Midwest Express Clinic

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

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Urgent Care Center Of Westmont

4 E Ogden Ave, Westmont, IL 605594 E Ogden Ave

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425 Ogden Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515425 Ogden Ave

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Quest Diagnostics

1113 Fairview Ave, Westmont, IL 605591113 Fairview Ave

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Northwestern Medicine Immediate Care

525 Rockland Rd, Lake Bluff, IL 60044525 Rockland Rd

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Lake Forest Acute Care

1025 W Everett Rd, Lake Forest, IL 600451025 W Everett Rd

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870 N Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL 60061870 N Milwaukee Ave

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Advocate Medical Group Immediate Care

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Advocate Condell Immediate Care

6 E Phillip Rd, Vernon Hills, IL 600616 E Phillip Rd

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NorthShore Immediate Care

920 Milwaukee Ave, Lincolnshire, IL 60069920 Milwaukee Ave

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MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Clavey Rd, Highland Park

MinuteClinic® at CVS®

1539 Clavey Rd, Highland Park, IL 600351539 Clavey Rd

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Condell Acute Care

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Northwestern Medicine Immediate Care Deerfield

350 S Waukegan Rd, Deerfield, IL 60015350 S Waukegan Rd

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PromptMed Urgent Care

724 N Green Bay Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085724 N Green Bay Rd

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Waukegan Immediate Care

1075 N Green Bay Rd, Waukegan, IL 600851075 N Green Bay Rd

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