When to get tested for herpes
In general, it is recommended to get tested when you have symptoms that suggest a herpes infection. Testing is also recommended when there are risk factors, such as having a sexual partner diagnosed with herpes or having had unprotected sexual contact with a person who may be carrying herpes.
Herpes symptoms
- Blisters or blisters in the genital, oral, or ocular area
- Itching or tingling in the affected area
- Painful sores in the mouth, lips, or genital area
How to get tested
The most common way to find out if you have herpes is through a blood test. Make an appointment, come to our clinic and we will draw your blood in a few minutes. Within a maximum of 72 hours our laboratory will send us the results and we will send them to you by WhatsApp or email with the utmost confidentiality.
Price
The herpes test costs €60. The test includes the detection of both types of herpes: herpes type I (HSV-1, or oral herpes) and herpes type II (HSV-2, or genital herpes).