It would be important to know the index value and was it an IgG test or IgM? There are certainly some false positives on this test, yes. And there can be some cross reactivity between HSV 1 and HSV 2 on the IgG test. The best confirmatory test is the herpes western blot from the University of Washington. Anyone can order it from them (a health care provider, that is). You can call 206-685-6066 to order the kit that is necessary to get the test.
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