HSV-1 IgG Test Price in Saudi Arabia | Lahalak Platform
This test detects long-term IgG antibodies for Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1, the primary cause of oral cold sores. It determines past exposure and helps assess your immune status and infection history accurately.
Scientific name: Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 (HSV-1) IgG Test
This serological test measures the titer (quantity) of immunoglobulin G (IgG) antibodies directed against herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1). These antibodies appear weeks after the initial infection and persist for life, indicating past exposure to the virus and the presence of long-lasting humoral immunity. The test cannot distinguish between a...
Service type
Laboratory test (Blood)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Accurate quantitative or qualitative analysis of IgG antibodies to herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1 IgG)
- Consult with a specialist regarding the interpretation of the results and their diagnostic limitations.
- Personal support services from Lahalak
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting is not required before performing this analysis.
- The doctor should be informed if the patient has an immunodeficiency condition or is taking immunosuppressant drugs, as the immune response may be weak.
- Testing alone cannot determine the location of the infection (oral or genital), as HSV-1 can infect both areas.
- If it is necessary to determine whether the infection is recent (primary), HSV IgM testing should be ordered in conjunction with IgG testing.
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