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

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 Texas communities

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

Dallas5,668,165Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingHouston5,650,910Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingSan Antonio1,910,785Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingAustin1,659,251Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingFort Worth908,469Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMcAllen809,002Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingEl Paso794,344Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingDenton445,814Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingArlington392,304Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingCorpus Christi333,764Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingThe Woodlands292,380Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingPlano282,181Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingLubbock259,946Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingLaredo256,748Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingIrving254,184Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMcKinney248,840Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingGarland245,075Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingKilleen238,288Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingBrownsville235,735Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingCollege Station207,514Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingAmarillo204,357Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingGrand Prairie195,992Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingFrisco193,140Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingWaco187,172Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingPort Arthur156,988Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingPasadena151,964Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMesquite149,848Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingHarlingen148,545Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingTyler143,895Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingBeaumont137,549Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingOdessa134,793Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingCarrollton131,388Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMidland130,765Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingAbilene125,474Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingPearland122,609Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingTexas City122,017Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingRound Rock117,735Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingRichardson115,904Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingTemple115,809Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingLeague City111,847Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingSugar Land110,272Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingLewisville110,077Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingAllen102,778Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingWichita Falls102,563Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingSan Angelo100,330Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingEdinburg98,759Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingLongview98,075Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingConroe87,930Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingNew Braunfels87,549Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMission85,311Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingBryan85,204Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingAtascocita84,222Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingBaytown82,543Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingTexarkana79,304Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingPharr78,997Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingFlower Mound75,050Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingCedar Park74,741Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMissouri City73,682Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingLake Jackson73,478Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMansfield71,375Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes Testing