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Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes Testing in Georgia

Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes Testing can be ordered without a referral, and this guide covers what to expect. The Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test checks for antibodies against the herpes simplex virus type 1, which often causes oral herpes.

Sample typeBlood draw at a collection lab
ReferralNo referral required

What this test is

This test detects specific antibodies in the blood that the body produces in response to the herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1). HSV-1 is commonly associated with oral herpes, which can cause cold sores.

What it measures

  • HSV-1 antibodies — indicates exposure to the herpes simplex virus type 1

What the test involves

The test involves a standard blood draw from a vein in your arm. The sample is then analyzed for the presence of HSV-1 antibodies.

Why it is often ordered

Clinicians typically order this test to determine if someone has been exposed to HSV-1. It can help confirm a diagnosis when symptoms of oral herpes are present.

Preparation

Preparation instructions should be obtained from the lab conducting the test. Follow their guidelines for accurate results.

How results are reported

Results indicate whether HSV-1 antibodies are present in the blood. Reference ranges and interpretation can vary between laboratories.

Before you go

  • Sample collection method
  • Turnaround time for results
  • Any specific preparation needed

Cities

Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes Testing in Georgia communities

Choose your city for local context and to request this test.

Atlanta5,046,555Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingAugusta409,668Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingSavannah289,607Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingColumbus262,061Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingWarner Robins157,416Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMacon156,711Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingAthens142,277Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingGainesville139,507Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingSandy Springs106,605Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingSouth Fulton105,551Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingRoswell92,688Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingDalton87,944Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingAlbany84,901Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingJohns Creek82,068Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingValdosta78,786Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingRome66,998Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingAlpharetta65,187Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMarietta60,962Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingStonecrest58,602Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingSmyrna55,460Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingBrookhaven54,902Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingDunwoody51,103Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingPeachtree Corners42,065Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMableton41,632Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingNewnan41,598Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMilton40,487Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingEvans38,452Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingEast Point37,895Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingPeachtree City37,867Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingTucker36,764Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingHinesville34,733Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingDouglasville34,410Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingWoodstock33,857Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMartinez33,829Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingKennesaw33,036Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingRedan32,712Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingStatesboro32,400Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingCanton32,342Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingDuluth31,506Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingLaGrange31,053Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingLawrenceville30,299Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingChamblee29,894Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMcDonough28,574Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingStockbridge28,567Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingCarrollton26,773Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingUnion City26,273Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingPooler25,284Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingSugar Hill24,599Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingDecatur24,334Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingGriffin23,300Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingCandler-McAfee22,880Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingCartersville22,626Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingAcworth22,330Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingSuwanee20,629Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingSnellville20,475Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingPerry20,227Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingForest Park19,856Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingThomasville18,844Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingFayetteville18,633Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingKingsland18,217Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes Testing