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
- Report within 2 days"
- Completely private, results go to you only
- No GP referral required
- Calm, discreet Marylebone clinic
- Secure portal delivery of results
- Appointments led by registered nurses
Private Herpes IgM Antibody Test in London
Wimpole Street Medical & Dental offers private herpes simplex virus (HSV) IgM antibody testing at our 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. (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
Discretion Guaranteed
Results shared with you alone
Prompt Turnaround
Report within 2 days"
Nurse-Led Appointments
Registered nurses, zero judgement
Laboratory Analysis
Samples processed by partner labs
What to Expect, Start to Finish
Reserve Online
Pick a slot that suits your schedule
Come to Wimpole Street
A short, private visit in Marylebone
Sample Taken
Collected gently by a registered nurse
Report Delivered
Sent securely 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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