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

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 Kentucky communities

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

Louisville1,022,630Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingLexington321,354Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingBowling Green98,537Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingElizabethtown78,446Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingOwensboro73,115Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingCovington40,930Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingGeorgetown36,281Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingRichmond34,662Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingFlorence31,699Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingNicholasville31,066Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingHopkinsville30,771Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingJeffersontown28,800Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingFrankfort28,479Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingIndependence28,256Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingHenderson28,201Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingPaducah26,248Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingRadcliff22,839Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingAshland21,695Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMadisonville19,533Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingErlanger19,506Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingWinchester18,993Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingBurlington18,394Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMount Washington17,723Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingSt. Matthews17,588Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingFort Thomas17,241Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMurray17,241Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingDanville17,164Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingShelbyville16,932Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingShively15,638Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingBerea15,465Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingGlasgow14,922Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingNewport14,378Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingShepherdsville13,918Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingBardstown13,425Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingFort Campbell North13,323Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingSomerset11,696Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingLawrenceburg11,675Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingCampbellsville11,345Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingLyndon11,033Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingParis10,202Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingVersailles10,196Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingAlexandria10,125Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingFrancisville10,088Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMayfield10,041Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingLa Grange9,901Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingFranklin9,885Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingOakbrook9,883Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMiddlesborough9,493Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMiddletown9,473Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingElsmere9,080Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingHarrodsburg8,952Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingFort Knox8,888Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMaysville8,851Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingHillview8,638Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingFort Mitchell8,618Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingEdgewood8,427Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingCorbin8,397Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingOak Grove7,699Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMount Sterling7,517Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingLondon7,492Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes Testing