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Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes Testing in Utah

Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes Testing can be ordered without a referral from your own doctor, and this guide covers what to expect. This blood test checks for antibodies that your immune system makes against herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), the virus often linked to oral cold sores.

Sample typeBlood and/or urine at a collection lab
ReferralIncluded — no referral from your own doctor needed

Lab requirements in Utah

Here is what you need before ordering and completing the Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes Testing in UT. Review each item and confirm the details with the collection lab.

Physician's order
Included. A physician's order is required for lab testing and is provided for you by our partner's physicians — no referral from your own doctor is needed.
Fasting
Fasting is required for this test — follow the collection lab's instructions.
Preparation
No special preparation is usually required for this test, but you should follow any specific instructions given by the lab or your healthcare provider. This may include avoiding certain…
Sample & visit
A blood and/or urine sample is collected; the visit usually takes about 10 minutes.
Identification
Bring the lab requisition form from your account. The collection lab may also ask for a government-issued photo ID.
Turnaround
1-3 business days
Availability
Our partner lab does not serve ND, RI, NY, NJ, MD or HI. Confirm availability for your location with the collection lab.

Before you go

  • Order your test before visiting a lab, then use the requisition form in your account.
  • Print the requisition form, or fax it to the lab directly from your account.
  • No scheduling is needed — visit the collection lab during its normal business hours.
  • A blood and/or urine sample is collected; the visit usually takes about 10 minutes.
  • Bring a government-issued photo ID in case the lab requests it.
  • Results are posted to your secure account within 1–3 business days.

Requirements are summarized from our partner lab's published policies. Preparation and availability can change — confirm current instructions with the collection lab before your visit.

What this test is

The HSV-1 test is a blood test that looks for IgG antibodies specific to herpes simplex virus type 1. These antibodies can indicate a past or current infection with HSV-1, though they do not show whether the virus is active or where it is in the body.

What it measures

  • HSV-1 IgG antibodies — Indicates past or current infection with herpes simplex virus type 1
  • HSV-1 antibody index value — A numeric value that helps the lab determine if the result is positive, negative, or equivocal
  • HSV-2 IgG antibodies (if included) — Sometimes tested together to distinguish between HSV-1 and HSV-2 infections

What the test involves

A healthcare professional collects a small sample of blood from a vein in your arm using a standard blood draw. The sample is then sent to a laboratory for analysis.

Why it is often ordered

A clinician may order this test if you have symptoms that could be related to a herpes infection, or if you want to know your status for personal health reasons. It is also sometimes used to screen for HSV-1 before certain medical procedures or when a person has a partner with known herpes.

Preparation

No special preparation is usually required for this test, but you should follow any specific instructions given by the lab or your healthcare provider. This may include avoiding certain medications or fasting, depending on the lab's protocol.

How results are reported

Results are typically reported as positive or negative for HSV-1 antibodies, sometimes with an index value that indicates the strength of the response. Reference ranges and interpretation can vary between laboratories, so your clinician will explain what your results mean in your specific situation.

Before you go

  • Whether fasting or any medication adjustments are needed before the test
  • The expected turnaround time for results at the specific lab
  • If the test includes both HSV-1 and HSV-2 or only HSV-1

Cities

Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes Testing in Utah communities

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Salt Lake City1,135,344Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingOgden608,259Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingProvo551,645Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingWest Valley City139,361Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingSt. George127,890Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingWest Jordan116,045Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingLogan106,319Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingOrem96,734Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingSandy96,272Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingLayton80,858Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingSouth Jordan75,617Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingLehi73,911Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMillcreek63,430Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingTaylorsville60,295Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingHerriman52,860Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMurray50,183Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingDraper49,978Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingBountiful45,496Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingRiverton44,773Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingEagle Mountain42,905Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingSpanish Fork41,953Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingRoy39,076Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingPleasant Grove37,228Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingSaratoga Springs36,977Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingKearns36,842Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMidvale35,313Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingTooele35,223Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingSpringville34,750Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingCedar City34,246Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingCottonwood Heights33,597Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingAmerican Fork32,822Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingKaysville32,438Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingClearfield31,802Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingHolladay31,738Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingSyracuse31,715Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMagna29,128Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingWashington27,689Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingSouth Salt Lake26,086Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingFarmington23,990Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingClinton23,192Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingNorth Salt Lake21,411Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingPayson21,093Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingNorth Ogden20,703Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingHurricane19,501Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingBrigham City19,373Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingHighland18,913Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingSouth Ogden17,363Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingWest Haven16,918Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingCenterville16,711Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingBluffdale16,576Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingHeber16,416Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingSantaquin13,602Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingSmithfield13,263Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingGrantsville12,331Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingVineyard11,579Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingWoods Cross11,372Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingLindon11,346Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingMapleton11,226Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingWest Point10,963Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes TestingPleasant View10,733Herpes 1 (HSV-1) Test – Oral Herpes Testing