Herpes Simplex Virus 1 & 2 IgG & IgM near me in Hyderabad

Herpes Simplex Virus 1 & 2 IgG & IgM test is performed to screen for Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) infection. This test checks if a person has antibodies (IgG or IgM) against HSV-1 & 2; the two types of herpes viruses that cause oral and genital herpes respectively, but cannot differentiate between them. IgM antibodies indicate a recent infection whereas IgG antibodies indicate past exposure to the virus. Oral herpes is characterized by symptoms like cold sores and blisters near the mouth or on the face while genital herpes shows symptoms like itching and blisters around genital areas etc. Herpes can be prevented by avoiding unprotected intercourse and refraining from physical contact (kissing) with someone who is infected.