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Accuracy of PCR test for Herpes
Hi There,
I have had a risk exposure to herpes 12+ weeks ago via oral-anal oral-vaginal sex (performed by me) and
oral (performed on my penis).
I have been looking for a conclusive test (so as to help me get on with my life) and found a private clinic that is offering a PCR based test.
1. Is the PCR test same as the DNA test?
2. How accurate or conclusive are the PCR and DNA tests?
3. Are these tests generally recommended for Herpes?
4. At 12+ weeks, is it too early to get the PCR & DNA tests i.e. should i wait for 16 weeks to be past instead?
Many Thanks in advance for answering my questions. Appreciate if answers can be provided separately to each of the questions above.
I have had a risk exposure to herpes 12+ weeks ago via oral-anal oral-vaginal sex (performed by me) and
oral (performed on my penis).
I have been looking for a conclusive test (so as to help me get on with my life) and found a private clinic that is offering a PCR based test.
1. Is the PCR test same as the DNA test?
2. How accurate or conclusive are the PCR and DNA tests?
3. Are these tests generally recommended for Herpes?
4. At 12+ weeks, is it too early to get the PCR & DNA tests i.e. should i wait for 16 weeks to be past instead?
Many Thanks in advance for answering my questions. Appreciate if answers can be provided separately to each of the questions above.
it's easiest for us if you just keep adding your questions to your original post instead of making multiple posts on the board - thanks! this is explained in our read before posting post.
the herpes pcr test can't be done as a blood test on adults. it needs to be done on active symptoms only on adults.
grace
the herpes pcr test can't be done as a blood test on adults. it needs to be done on active symptoms only on adults.
grace
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Herpes spreads by oral, vaginal and anal sex.
Herpes sores blister, then burst, scab and heal.
STIs are the most common cause of genital sores.
Millions of people are diagnosed with STDs in the U.S. each year.
STDs can't be transmitted by casual contact, like hugging or touching.
Syphilis is an STD that is transmitted by oral, genital and anal sex.
