Test ID: HSV
Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) Type 1- and Type 2-Specific Antibodies, Serum
NY State Approved 
Indicates the status of NY State approval and if the test is orderable for NY State clients.
Yes
Useful For Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
Supplementing culture or molecular detection of herpes simplex virus (HSV) for the diagnosis of acute infection
Determining whether a patient has been previously exposed to HSV types 1 or 2
Distinguishing between infection caused by HSV types 1 and 2, especially in patients with subclinical or unrecognized HSV infection
Profile Information A profile is a group of laboratory tests that are ordered and performed together under a single Mayo Test ID. Profile information lists the test performed, inclusive of the test fee, when a profile is ordered and includes reporting names and individual availability.
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| HS1G | HSV Type 1 Ab, IgG, S | No | Yes |
| HS2G | HSV Type 2 Ab, IgG, S | No | Yes |
| MHSV | HSV Ab Screen, IgM, S by EIA | Yes | Yes |
Reflex Tests Lists test(s) that may or may not be performed, at an additional charge, depending on the result and interpretation of the initial test(s)
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| HSMR | HSV Ab, IgM, S by IFA | No | No |
Testing Algorithm Delineates situation(s) when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.
If herpes simplex virus (HSV) antibody screen is reactive, then HSV antibody by immunofluorescence assay will be performed at an additional charge.
Method Name A short description of the method used to perform the test
HS2G/83058, HS1G/83059: Multiplex Flow Immunoassay
MHSV/87998: Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
HSMR/26589: Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
Reporting Name A shorter/abbreviated version of the Published Name for a test; an abbreviated test name
HSV Types 1 and 2 Ab, S
Aliases Lists additional common names for a test, as an aid in searching
Central Nervous System Screen
gG-1
gG-2
Herpes Select
Herpes Simplex Antibodies, IgG & IgM
Herpes Simplex Antibodies, IgG and IgM (Separate Determinations), Serum
Herpes Simplex Antibodies, IgG and IgM, Serum
Herpes Simplex Serology
Herpes Simplex Virus Antibody Titer
HerpeSelect (TM) 1 ELISA IgG
HSV Ab (Herpes Simplex Antibodies)
gG-1
gG-2
Herpes Select
Herpes Simplex Antibodies, IgG & IgM
Herpes Simplex Antibodies, IgG and IgM (Separate Determinations), Serum
Herpes Simplex Antibodies, IgG and IgM, Serum
Herpes Simplex Serology
Herpes Simplex Virus Antibody Titer
HerpeSelect (TM) 1 ELISA IgG
HSV Ab (Herpes Simplex Antibodies)
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