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Hsv2 igg of 0.26 3 months after possible exposure. can a weak immune system delay antibody development response time? i have some symptoms as well.

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Dr. Martin Raff answered

See a doctor: Lab test results, particularly this one, are of little or no value without a history and physical exam. Hsv typing (1 or 2) cannot be done with antibody testing, only by isolating and identifying the virus. No way to know what your symptoms are due to without seeing you.

Answered 11/13/2012

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A member asked:

Hsv2 igg of 0.26 3 months after possible exposure. can a weak immune system delay antibody development response time? i have some symptoms as well.

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