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Question: hello doctor i had an exposure with a girl whom i suspect to have herpes. its been 15 days today. since there is a window period for antibody test i would like to know if i can get PCR blood test since i have no symptoms as yet.
Are PCR tests accurate at 15 days.
Are PCR tests accurate at 15 days.
Brief Answer:
Regarding herpes testing
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to ask a doctor service. I have gone through your query and noted your concern.
PCR for HSV is only done from a clinical lesion, if you have one, like a herpes blister or a sore on genitalia. Not from blood. Blood testing in herpes is only for antibodies which may be detectable at 2-3 weeks initially IgM and subsequently IgG against HSV which appears later at 4-6 weeks.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you need any more assistance.
Regarding herpes testing
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to ask a doctor service. I have gone through your query and noted your concern.
PCR for HSV is only done from a clinical lesion, if you have one, like a herpes blister or a sore on genitalia. Not from blood. Blood testing in herpes is only for antibodies which may be detectable at 2-3 weeks initially IgM and subsequently IgG against HSV which appears later at 4-6 weeks.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you need any more assistance.
Note: Consult a Sexual Diseases Specialist online for further follow up- Click here.
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