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 Chelsea?

Many healthcare practitioners that conduct lab tests and STD testing in Chelsea 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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1st Choice Urgent Care, Garden City

1st Choice Urgent Care

31450 Ford Rd, Garden City, MI 4813531450 Ford Rd

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Prognify Urgent Care , Westland

Prognify Urgent Care

31451 Cherry Hill Rd, Westland, MI 4818631451 Cherry Hill Rd

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Prognify Urgent Care , Westland - 31451 Cherry Hill Rd

The best urgent care ever from the front desk to the doctor it was very nice to see people care

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RediCare Okemos

1881 W Grand River Ave, Meridian charter Township, MI 488641881 W Grand River Ave

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Woke up with a sore throat. Was able to get in within two hours. Laura was my PA. This was a fantastic experience.

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Prognify Mobile Urgent Care, Ann Arbor Mobile Clinic

Prognify Mobile Urgent Care

4563 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 481084563 Washtenaw Ave

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Prognify Mobile Urgent Care, Ann Arbor Mobile Clinic - 4563 Washtenaw Ave

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Quest Diagnostics

300 W Washington Ave, Jackson, MI 49201300 W Washington Ave

Open12:00 pm

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4.31(483 reviews)

I highly recommend for anyone thinking of getting tested. From start to finish the whole process was hassle free and and very professional. I had my results very quickly and discreetly couldn't be happier with the service.

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Quest Diagnostics

40015 Grand River Ave, Novi, MI 4837540015 Grand River Ave

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4.22(440 reviews)

I was able to choose a Quest lab location and schedule an appointment. Check in was easy, and I only needed to provide my name and DOB. They were able to locate my order in their system. They were already aware that my labs were paid for prior to the appointment. I had my labs done on a Wednesday, and I received my results by Saturday. Great experience.

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Quest Diagnostics

11583 Farmington Rd, Livonia, MI 4815011583 Farmington Rd

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Henry Ford Allegiance Diagnostic Center, Grass Lake

Henry Ford Allegiance Diagnostic Center

12369 E Michigan Ave, Grass Lake, MI 4924012369 E Michigan Ave

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Faith Medical Clinic

133 S Howell St, Pinckney, MI 48169133 S Howell St

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Trinity Health IHA Urgent Care , West Arbor

Trinity Health IHA Urgent Care

4350 Jackson Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 481034350 Jackson Rd

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PEL Labs

600 S Wagner Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103600 S Wagner Rd

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SJMHS Lab Patient Service Center

704 W Huron St, Ann Arbor, MI 48103704 W Huron St

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Trinity Health IHA Urgent Care , Hamburg

Trinity Health IHA Urgent Care

10020 Professional Centre Dr, Hamburg, MI 4813910020 Professional Centre Dr

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MinuteClinic® at CVS®, S State St, Ann Arbor

MinuteClinic® at CVS®

209 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104209 S State St

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Shigeki Iwase Lab

1150 W Medical Center Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 481091150 W Medical Center Dr

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Labcorp

1000 E Stadium Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI 481041000 E Stadium Blvd

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Helix Diagnostics

738 Airport Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI 48108738 Airport Blvd

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Concentra Urgent Care, Ann Arbor

Concentra Urgent Care

3131 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 481083131 S State St

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2731 Plymouth Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 481052731 Plymouth Rd

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