Herpes IgG Test in Kathmandu — the Serology & the Correct the Care The IgG — the Type-Specific the Serology + the Past/the Latent + the Window + the Correct
The herpes IgG test — type-specific serology, past/ latent, window, and correct care at Thamel Clinic.
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Herpes IgG Testing — What to Know
- IgG detects past exposure: type-specific — HSV-1 and HSV-2 separately.
- Persists for life: a positive indicates past exposure, not active disease.
- Cannot locate or date: the test answers "exposed?" not "where/when?"
The IgG in Kathmandu
- The type-specific/the IgG — the HSV-1/HSV-2/ typed/ correct.
- The window/ honest — the ~3-12wks/ seroconversion/ honest.
- The confidential — private, supported.
- The interpreted — typed/ supported/ managed.
The Herpes the IgG — the Serology/the Correct
The herpes IgG test is the **type-specific serology and correct** — the IgG antibody/ type-specific (the HSV-1/the HSV-2 — glycoprotein the G) detects past/ latent infection — vs the PCR ( lesion/ active/ acute) — window (the ~3-12 weeks seroconversion) — correct/ managed.
The the IgG/ type specific — past/ typed — the HSV-2 prognostic/ genital/ recurrent — interpreted/ supported.
At Thamel Clinic, herpes IgG is interpreted correctly — type-specific, window honest, and supported.
A herpes IgG test is type-specific IgG serology — the correct blood test for detecting past HSV exposure. It detects IgG antibodies that develop weeks after infection and persist for life. IgG answers "have I been exposed to HSV-1 or HSV-2?" — it cannot locate or date the infection, and a positive does not mean an active outbreak.
The IgG — the Type-Specific/the Window
The herpes IgG type-specific serology detects past/ latent infection — glycoprotein the G type-specific (the HSV-1 vs the HSV-2 — the HSV-2 more recurrent/ genital/ prognostic); window ~3-12 weeks ( seroconversion — early negative repeat); the NOT acute/ lesion detection (the PCR for active/ lesions).
The the IgG/ window — seroconversion/ repeat — interpreted/ supported/ correct.
The IgG/the Type-Specific
The HSV-1/the HSV-2 — typed/ correct/ prognostic.
The Window/the ~3-12wks
The window — seroconversion/the ~3-12wks/ repeat.
The Past/the Latent
The IgG — past/ latent/ detected/ correct.
The PCR the Active/the Lesion
The PCR — active/ lesion/ acute/ correct.
The Management — the Interpreted/the Supported
The herpes IgG is interpreted correctly — typed (the HSV-1 vs the HSV-2 — prognostic), window honest ( repeat where needed), suppressive where recurrent, and supported.
The interpreted/ supported — typed/ managed/ supported.
The Typed/the Prognostic
The HSV-1/the HSV-2 — typed/ prognostic/ correct.
The Window/the Honest
The window — honest/ repeat/ correct.
The Suppressive/the Managed
The suppressive/ recurrent — managed/ supported.
The Supported
The confidential/ counselled — supported.
The Complete/the Supported
The herpes IgG is interpreted completely — typed, window, and supported.
The confidential/ supported — managed/ controlled/ supported.
The Confidential
The private, supported.
The Typed/the Correct
The typed/the HSV-1/HSV-2 — correct/ managed.
The Managed
The suppressive/ antiviral — managed.
The Supported
The counselling/ care — supported.
Herpes IgG Testing
Type-specific IgG
Detects past exposure to HSV-1 or HSV-2 separately.
Persists for life
IgG antibodies persist — a positive indicates past exposure, not active disease.
Window period
IgG develops weeks after infection — needs about 12 weeks for reliability.
Cannot locate
HSV-1 positivity does not distinguish oral from genital infection.
IgG & Costs
| Service | What It Includes | Cost (NPR) |
|---|---|---|
| Consultation | The confidential assessment | Rs. 450 |
| HSV IgG typed | The type-specific/the IgG/ serology | Lab rate |
| HSV PCR | The PCR/ active/ lesion | Lab rate |
| Antiviral | The suppressive/ episodic | Per case |
Transparent pricing; confirm current rates on booking.
Why Thamel Clinic the IgG
- The type-specific/ correct — the HSV-1/HSV-2/ typed/ correct.
- The window honest — the ~3-12wks/ repeat/ supported.
- The confidential — private, supported.
- The interpreted — typed/ supported/ managed.
- The supported — counselling/ care.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does herpes the IgG detect?
The past/ latent infection — type-specific (the HSV-1/the HSV-2) — correct/ typed.
Is it confidential?
Yes — private, supported.
Is window honest?
Yes — the ~3-12 weeks — seroconversion/ repeat/ honest.
Is it typed?
Yes — type-specific — the HSV-1/the HSV-2 — prognostic/ correct.
Is it managed?
Yes — typed/ suppressive — managed/ supported.
What does a herpes IgG test detect?
Type-specific IgG — past exposure to HSV-1 or HSV-2.
How long after exposure can IgG be detected?
IgG develops weeks after infection — about 12 weeks for reliable detection.
How do I book an appointment?
You can book online through the appointment page, call the clinic, or visit in person — same-day and walk-in slots are often available.
What happens after a positive result?
A positive result is followed by confirmatory testing where indicated, a clear explanation of the result, and a treatment plan — including partner notification guidance and retesting where appropriate.
Still have questions? Contact us or book an appointment for personalized guidance.
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