Herpes Test

Rapid Results DNA +Drug Testing's Herpes 1&2 Test looks for antibodies that begin to develop 4-12 weeks after exposure.

Herpes is a viral infection spread by skin-to-skin contact, including during sexual activity. 

Herpes type 1 is often associated with oral herpes. Type 2 is often associated with genital herpes. However, both forms of the virus can be spread to either area depending on the type of contact which results in infection.  

Symptoms of a Herpes infection are periodic outbreaks of sores around the infected area. The virus can be spread if the infected person is not experiencing symptoms, which is known as asymptomatic shedding. 

Chronic Herpes infections can cause damage to the nervous system and increase the likelihood of contracting other STDs including HIV.

Pregnant women should seek Herpes testing to avoid passing the infection during birth.

This test is highly accurate for a person who wishes to test for past exposure to the Herpes virus. It has a high level of accuracy regardless of whether the person is experiencing an outbreak.

Turnaround time is typically 2-3 business days.