Herpes II (HSV-2) IgG details

Herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) IgG indicates past exposure to this virus, most commonly associated with genital herpes, though it's also possible to have few or no noticeable symptoms despite being infected. Once acquired, the virus remains in the body for life in a dormant state, with periodic reactivation causing outbreaks in some people. This antibody test is used to check for past exposure, though a positive result on its own doesn't tell you when infection occurred or predict future outbreak frequency, and results are typically discussed alongside any symptom history.