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14001 E Independence Blvd, Indian Trail, NC 2807914001 E Independence Blvd
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Mar 31 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
4.82(3.7k reviews)
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AFC Urgent Care, Indian Trail - 14001 E Independence Blvd
I had a great experience with kind staff! My appointment was efficient which I appreciate!

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11300 Cresthill Dr, Mint Hill, NC 2822711300 Cresthill Dr
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
3.5(127 reviews)
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Novant Health- GoHealth Urgent Care, Mint Hill - 11300 Cresthill Dr

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9600 E Independence Blvd, Matthews, NC 281059600 E Independence Blvd
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
4.8(7.8k reviews)
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Novant Health- GoHealth Urgent Care, Matthews - 9600 E Independence Blvd, Matthews

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11840 Southmore Dr, Charlotte, NC 2827711840 Southmore Dr
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
4.9(9.7k reviews)
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Novant Health- GoHealth Urgent Care, Waverly - 11840 Southmore Dr

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9550 Rocky River Rd, Charlotte, NC 282159550 Rocky River Rd
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
4.8(4.6k reviews)
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Novant Health- GoHealth Urgent Care, Harrisburg - 9550 Rocky River Rd

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1530 Providence Rd S, Waxhaw, NC 281731530 Providence Rd S
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
4.63(41 reviews)
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Novant Health- GoHealth Urgent Care, Waxhaw - 1530 Providence Rd S
They saw me quickly. The intake worker at the desk with glasses was super friendly! I think the other lady was new but she did her best! Best of all, the NP was very knowledgeable and knew how to deal with an issue that I’ve not heard before even from doctors. Very personable and efficient.

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201 US-1, Cheraw, SC 29520201 US-1
Open 4:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
4.56(447 reviews)
Quest Diagnostics - 201 US-1
I thought it was extremely easy to book a lab test appointment with Quest. Getting the test done was simple and so was the getting the results! Great job putting together something so user friendly.
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1450 Matthews Township Pkwy, Matthews, NC 281051450 Matthews Township Pkwy
Open12:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SatClosed
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4.57(514 reviews)
Quest Diagnostics - 1450 Matthews Township Pkwy
I was very surprised with my experience here. My appointment was made very quickly. I was seen in a very short period of time. My test results came back in a very timely manner. I was able to speak with a doctor soon after and was taking care of. I was very satisfied with the experience I had here. I definitely recommend using them for any issues you have or any questions you may have.
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703 Comfort Ln, Monroe, NC 28112703 Comfort Ln
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
  • TueClosed
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  • Fri 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Sat10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sun10:00 am - 2:00 pm
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625 E Roosevelt Blvd, Monroe, NC 28112625 E Roosevelt Blvd
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
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613 E Roosevelt Blvd, Monroe, NC 28112613 E Roosevelt Blvd
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
3.0(2 reviews)
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Atrium Health Urgent Care, Monroe - 613 E Roosevelt Blvd, Monroe
My daughter was seen with an ear infection and was treated with calm and reassurance that she would be taken care of. They listened to her concerns and she felt at ease speaking with the provider.
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600 Hospital Dr, Monroe, NC 28112600 Hospital Dr
Open until10:00 pm
  • Mon10:00 am - 10:00 pm
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  • Thu10:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Fri10:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Sat10:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Sun10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Carolinas HealthCare Childrens Urgent Care - 600 Hospital Dr, Monroe
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2000 Wellness Blvd, Monroe, NC 281102000 Wellness Blvd
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3193 W Hwy 74, Monroe, NC 281103193 W Hwy 74
Open until10:00 pm
  • Mon10:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Tue10:00 am - 10:00 pm
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  • Thu10:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Fri10:00 am - 10:00 pm
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  • Sun10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Atrium Health Levine Children's Urgent Care, Union - 3193 W Hwy 74, Monroe
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703 Leonard Ave, Albemarle, NC 28001703 Leonard Ave
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
3.67(3 reviews)
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Atrium Health Urgent Care, Albemarle - 703 Leonard Ave, Albemarle
God bless all them. They are very nice people and they’re excellent doctors.
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1426 E Main St, Albemarle, NC 280011426 E Main St
Open until 6:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
1.0(0 reviews)
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2901 Wesley Chapel Stouts Rd, Indian Trail, NC 281102901 Wesley Chapel Stouts Rd
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Wesley Chapel Stouts Rd, Monroe - 2901 Wesley Chapel Stouts Rd, Indian Trail

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6030 W Hwy 74, Indian Trail, NC 280796030 W Hwy 74
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
3.5(8 reviews)
Atrium Health Urgent Care, Indian Trail - 6030 W Hwy 74, Indian Trail
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7892 Idlewild Rd, Indian Trail, NC 280797892 Idlewild Rd
Open until 6:00 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sat 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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10545 Blair Rd, Mint Hill, NC 2822710545 Blair Rd
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3610 Matthews-Mint Hill Rd, Matthews, NC 281053610 Matthews-Mint Hill Rd
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Matthews Mint Hill Rd, Matthews - 3610 Matthews-Mint Hill Rd, Matthews

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8201 Healthcare Lp, Charlotte, NC 282158201 Healthcare Lp
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
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Labcorp - 8201 Healthcare Lp
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3310 Siskey Pkwy, Matthews, NC 281053310 Siskey Pkwy
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Siskey Pkwy, Matthews - 3310 Siskey Pkwy, Matthews

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332 N Trade St, Matthews, NC 28105332 N Trade St
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
5.0(1 reviews)
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Atrium Health Urgent Care, Matthews - 332 N Trade St, Matthews
So kind, friendly, and reassuring
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8560 Cook St, Mount Pleasant, NC 281248560 Cook St
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8560 Cook St, Mount Pleasant, NC 281248560 Cook St
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
Atrium Health Primary Care, Cabarrus Family Medicine - 8560 Cook St, Mount Pleasant
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710 Park Center Dr, Matthews, NC 28105710 Park Center Dr
Open until 9:00 pm
  • Mon 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Tue 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Wed 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Thu 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Fri 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Sat10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sun10:00 am - 2:00 pm
2.0(11 reviews)
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1142 N Broome St, Waxhaw, NC 281731142 N Broome St
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, N Broom St, Waxhaw - 1142 N Broome St

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9805 Rocky River Rd, Charlotte, NC 282159805 Rocky River Rd
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Rocky River Rd, Charlotte - 9805 Rocky River Rd, Charlotte

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4300 State Hwy 49, Harrisburg, NC 280754300 State Hwy 49
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Hwy 49 S, Harrisburg - 4300 State Hwy 49, Harrisburg

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7810 Providence Rd, Charlotte, NC 282267810 Providence Rd
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
2.5(5 reviews)
Atrium Health Urgent Care, Arboretum - 7810 Providence Rd, Charlotte
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Charlotte , Charlotte, NC 28212Charlotte
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5717 Albemarle Rd, Charlotte, NC 282125717 Albemarle Rd
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
1.0(1 reviews)
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Atrium Health Urgent Care, Eastland - 5717 Albemarle Rd, Charlotte
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6101 Idlewild Rd, Charlotte, NC 282126101 Idlewild Rd
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9628 Rea Rd, Charlotte, NC 282779628 Rea Rd
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Rea Rd, Charlotte - 9628 Rea Rd, Charlotte

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5933 Blakeney Park Dr, Charlotte, NC 282775933 Blakeney Park Dr
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
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Labcorp - 5933 Blakeney Park Dr
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6025 Blakeney Park Dr, Charlotte, NC 282776025 Blakeney Park Dr
Open until10:00 pm
  • Mon10:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Tue10:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Wed10:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Thu10:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Fri10:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Sat10:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Sun10:00 am - 10:00 pm
3.0(4 reviews)
Atrium Health Levine Children's Urgent Care, Blakeney - 6025 Blakeney Park Dr, Charlotte
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4920 Albemarle Rd, Charlotte, NC 282054920 Albemarle Rd
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Herpes Test FAQs

  • 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 Polkton?

    Many healthcare practitioners that conduct lab tests and STD testing in Polkton 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.

Herpes Testing in Polkton, NC

Herpes is a viral infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the two most common types of HSV are oral herpes (HSV-1) and genital herpes (HSV-2) (HSV-2). Blisters or cold sores around the lips characterize oral herpes, while blisters or sores in the vaginal area indicate genital herpes.

Herpes is one of the most common viral infections in the United States, according to the State of New York Department of Health, with genital herpes infecting one in every four Americans aged 18 and older. Herpes is spread via direct contact with sores, which occurs most frequently during vaginal, oral, or anal sex with an infected person. According to the National Institutes of Health, herpes can spread even if an infected person has no visible blisters.

How to contract herpes

Herpes is spread through direct skin-to-skin contact with an infected person, according to the New York State Department of Health. It goes on to warn that herpes can spread even if there are no sores or other symptoms in the affected person.

The best way to reduce your risk of genital herpes, according to the National Institutes of Health, is to avoid having intercourse and to use condoms appropriately and regularly when you do. Staying in a long-term relationship with someone who does not have genital herpes is another excellent way to reduce your risk.

What is a herpes test?

A herpes test, often known as an HSV test, is a form of STD test that examines your body for the presence of HSV. An HSV test can determine whether sores on your mouth or genitals are caused by HSV, according to the National Institutes of Health. In pregnant women, an HSV test can be performed to diagnose a herpes infection and determine whether the baby is at danger.

What is the treatment for herpes?

Herpes cannot be cured, and there is no effective herpes medication that can make the infection go away completely, according to the National Institutes of Health. According to the CDC, certain medicines can help you feel better and reduce your risk of spreading herpes to your sex partner. According to the CDC, antiviral medicines may also prevent or reduce outbreaks while being administered.

Sources

Solv has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. We avoid using tertiary references.

  1. Herpes (HSV) Test (December 3, 2020)
    https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/herpes-hsv-test/
  2. What is Herpes? (January 2005)
    https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/aids/consumers/youth/docs/herpes_brochure.pdf
  3. Genital Herpes Treatment and Care (July 22, 2021)
    https://www.cdc.gov/std/herpes/treatment.htm
  4. Genital Herpes Screening FAQ (February 9, 2017)
    https://www.cdc.gov/std/herpes/screening.htm

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