Private Herpes IgM Antibody Test London
IgM antibodies may indicate a recent or new herpes infection. Often used alongside IgG testing for a more complete picture.
Price
£91
+ £50 blood draw
- Results within 2 days"
- Confidential service
- No GP referral needed
- Professional clinical environment
- Results via secure portal
- Nurse-led expert care
Private Herpes IgM Antibody Test in London
South Kensington Medical & Dental offers private herpes simplex virus (HSV) IgM antibody testing at our CQC-registered clinic. IgM antibodies are typically the first immune response to a new infection, appearing earlier than IgG antibodies.
Testing requires a venous blood sample, with results available within 2 days. This test is priced at £91 (includes £50 phlebotomy fee).
No GP referral is required. All samples are analysed at UKAS-accredited laboratories. Results are delivered confidentially.
Understanding HSV IgM Testing
IgM antibodies are produced during the early stages of herpes simplex virus infection. They may indicate a recent primary infection. However, IgM can also be detected during reactivations (recurrences) and may cross-react between HSV-1 and HSV-2.
BASHH guidelines note that HSV IgM testing has limitations including potential false-positive results. It is most useful when interpreted alongside clinical presentation and other test results. IgG testing is generally preferred for confirming established infection.
Assess Recent Infection
IgM testing may help identify recent herpes infection, though results need careful interpretation.
- May indicate recent infection
- Part of complete testing
- Helps timeline infection
- Used with IgG testing
- Blood test
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Fast Results
Results within 2 days"
Expert Care
Professional clinical team
Accurate Testing
Lab-certified results
How It Works
Book Online
Choose a convenient date and time
Visit Clinic
Quick and discreet appointment
Sample Collection
Professional, comfortable process
Get Results
Results within 2 days"
Frequently Asked Questions
IgM may suggest recent infection, though it can also appear during recurrences in some people.
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