Herpes - Overview
Genital herpes is a common sexually transmitted disease that is primarily caused by sexual contact. The virus lies dormant in your body and can reactivate several times a year. There is no cure for genital herpes. It can cause pain, itching, and sores in the genital area.
Herpes - Testing
A doctor can usually diagnose herpes based on a physical exam and certain lab tests. Some of these lab tests include a viral culture test, a PCR test, or a blood test.
Herpes - Testing Labs
Herpes testing can be performed at most local health care centers or clinics that do blood work.
Herpes - Testing results
Levels of the virus in the tissue or blood test indicates a positive result and the presence of the herpes virus.
Herpes Testing Online
You can’t undergo herpes testing online, but testing must be done in person. You can schedule a test online, or order an at-home test online to be delivered to you.
How long will it take to get my results?
Test results for herpes can take only a few hours or up to several days to get back.
Can I use my health insurance?
Most health insurance coverage will cover a herpes test.
