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Do they test for genital herpes in prenatal std tests?

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No: No, unless you have a history of herpes or lesions that look suspicious. Sometimes a pap smear can see cells that look suspicious for herpes which may then prompt a recommendation to actually do a specific test for herpes during a subsequent office visit.

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Answered 7/7/2017

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