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Does a blood test show for any virus in your body?

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Need specific test: There are different tests for different viruses. Routine blood tests do not show viral infection. You doctor can order tests for one or more viruses that may be suspected of causing a disease.

Dr Fioramonti agreed

Answered 5/6/2014

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