HSV 1 & 2 Active Infection (Swab) Testing in Denver
PCR testing of a swab taken directly from an active sore or blister to detect a current HSV-1 or HSV-2 outbreak. Unlike the antibody blood test, which shows previous exposure, this test finds the virus itself at the site — the right choice when you have a sore right now.
Symptoms to watch for
- •An open sore, blister, or ulcer
- •Tingling or burning at the site
- •Painful urination if sores are near the urethra
- •Flu-like symptoms during a first outbreak
Many infections cause no symptoms — testing is the only reliable way to know.
Who should get tested
- •Anyone with a current sore or blister
- •People mid-outbreak who want a definitive answer
- •People whose partner has herpes and who now have symptoms
How it works
Order online
Choose your test and order in minutes — no provider visit required.
Drop off your sample
Visit a Denver-area AFC collection center to provide your sample.
Get results securely
Most results post to your private patient portal the next day.
Frequently asked questions
How is the sample collected?
A clinician gently swabs the sore at the collection center — no blood draw is needed for this test.
What if my sore has already healed?
A swab needs an active sore to sample. If the sore has healed, the HSV 1 & 2 (Antibody) blood test can show whether you've been exposed.
Get tested with confidence.
Book a Test$69
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