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This 51-minute webinar presented by Dr. Harry Prince, PhD, D(ABMLI), provides a comprehensive overview of Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) and diagnostic testing methodologies. Learn about the distinctions between HSV-1 and HSV-2, their anatomical infection sites, and the mechanisms of viral infection and reactivation. Explore key transmission factors for genital HSV including viral shedding, immune response, and behavioral aspects. Understand the importance of type-specific HSV IgG testing for differentiating between HSV-1 and HSV-2 infections, and discover why confirmatory testing for HSV-2 IgG screen-positive samples is crucial for diagnostic accuracy. Dr. Prince, a retired medical laboratory immunologist with over 25 years of experience in developing and interpreting HSV antibody tests, also discusses advancements and future directions in HSV IgG testing. The webinar offers PACE credits (valid until March 25, 2027) and covers learning objectives including factors responsible for genital herpes transmission, the importance of type-specific antibody measurement, and common confirmatory assay methodologies.
