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I got a type specific test for hsv1&2. results were neg but no index numbers. i always get the numbers,this time i didn't. was i tested wrong? i am worried. maybe something changed with the test or lab i use? quest diagnostic & herpeselect test.
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Probably ok: If you've always tested negative before and the test was reported as negative this time, I would not be concerned. Even if the index numbers were to change a little, as long as they are in the negative range then the test is considered negative.
Answered 4/17/2017
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