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How likely is it for a herpes culture test to be a false negative if i went within the first few days of my outbreak?

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Dr. Thomas Rayson answered

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10%: The test is 90% accurate in this scenario you described.

Answered 10/4/2016

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Dr. William Mitchell answered

Unlikely: Should be detected by culture during an active infection if the collection and transport to the lab followed protocol.

Answered 10/4/2016

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A member asked:

How likely is it for a herpes culture test to be a false negative if i went within the first few days of my outbreak?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Thomas Rayson answered

Dr. William Mitchell answered

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