Herpes simplex virus 1 and 2 are two members of the herpesvirus family, Herpesviridae, that infect humans. They can be spread when an infected person is producing and shedding the virus. Herpes simplex can be spread through contact with saliva, such as sharing drinks. Symptoms of herpes simplex virus infection include watery blisters in the skin or mucous membranes of the mouth, lips or genitals. Both viruses may also be transmitted vertically during childbirth, although the real risk is very low. The risk of infection is minimal if the mother has no symptoms or exposed blisters during delivery. The risk is considerable when the mother gets the virus for the first time during late pregnancy. 

Specimen Requirements - cervical, urethral, conjunctival swabs, urine sediment, prostatic and seminal liquid or 2 ml of peripheral  blood collected in an EDTA (purple top) vacutainer tube.

Reporting Time  - 3 days

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