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I had unprotected sex with someone 1 week ago and today she just found out her ex tested positive for hsv2. i went to get a herpes blood test today. is it too soon to show up? how accurate is it?
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Family practice : If you are tested positive it doesn't tell you when you were exposed. If neg it may be too early to tell.
Answered 4/8/2013
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Herpes Testing : It is way too early to be tested from that possible exposure. But, with the new herpes tests you should know your status. We now know that 90% of those with herpes do not have sores and often do not know that they may be infected. Good 'early' and 'aged' antibody testing for this exposure would be best at about six weeks or so.
Answered 4/8/2013
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