A member asked:

I got lab results: herpes simplex 1 igg 29.4, herpes simplex 2 igg 13.7 both positive, but herpes simplex 1 & 2 ivm negative <0.5 what does this mean?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Old infection : This means you have both types of herpes and that they are old infections. Because your igm is negative we know you acquired these longer than six weeks ago.

Answered 12/9/2022

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