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Genital herpes
Also known as: Herpes
Formal name: Herpes simplex virus (HSV)
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At A Glance
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Why get tested?
To screen for or diagnose infection with the herpes simplex virus
When to get tested?
If you have symptoms of an infection with the herpes simplex virus
Sample required?
A swab or scraping from a blister or sore in the infected area testing as frequently as your doctor recommends
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This page was last modified on November 27, 2007 |
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