1. Community
  2. Infections
  3. Genital Herpes Simplex

Hsv 1 negative hsv 2 result 14.30 what is the meaning?

Posted , 4 users are following.

luis73780
luis73780

Is it possible that it is a false negative because the hsv 1 os negative even if the hsv 2 is this high (14.3) ?

0 likes, 6 replies

6 Replies

  • Z930804
    Z930804 luis73780

    Posted

    It's actually very much possible. Not everyone that has HSV1 has HSV2 and vice versa

    • luis73780
      luis73780 Z930804

      Posted

      But, what do you mean? That it could be a false possitive?
    • lauralo1001
      lauralo1001 luis73780

      Posted

      Your HSV 2 result seems really high. Also it's possible to have HSV 2 without HSV 1, since they're different viruses you'll only contract what you come into contact with. Have you had any outbreaks?

    • luis73780
      luis73780 lauralo1001

      Posted

      I have not had any outbreak. What does it mean to have such a high result (14.3) ?

      Thanks for your answer.

    • FelizCastus
      FelizCastus luis73780

      Posted

      Which test kit did they use? If HerpeSelect, that is a definite positive, and probably a relatively recent infection. Surprising you didn't have any symptoms.

Back to top

Report or request deletion

Thanks for your help!

We want the community to be a useful resource for our users but it is important to remember that the community are not moderated or reviewed by doctors and so you should not rely on opinions or advice given by other users in respect of any healthcare matters. Always speak to your doctor before acting and in cases of emergency seek appropriate medical assistance immediately. Use of the community is subject to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and steps will be taken to remove posts identified as being in breach of those terms.