- female
- 30 Years
- 22/01/2025
I recently got my blood test results back for HSV 1 and 2, both IGM and IGG serum. The report says HSV 1 and 2 IGM is 0.65 and HSV 1 and 2 IGG is 16.10 CLIA. I'm kind of worried and not sure what these numbers mean. Could you help me understand what's going on?
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Physician opinion is advised.
Dr. Dr Khaleel Suggests...
Consult a Infectious Disease specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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