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Herpes type 1 alone, priced level with its closest peers
A single-marker blood test for herpes simplex type 1, giving a same-day result, for anyone who wants to check for this type specifically.
Herpes type 2 alone, priced level with its closest peers
A single-marker blood test for herpes simplex type 2, giving a same-day result, for anyone who wants to check for this type specifically.
HHV-8 test: pricier and slower than herpes 1/2 tests
A blood test for antibodies to HHV-8, a herpesvirus linked to Kaposi's sarcoma, mainly relevant for immunocompromised people or those with unexplained skin lesions.
Compare herpes test tests feature by feature across all providers.
| Feature | Better2Know Instant Herpes Simplex Type 1 Test | Better2Know Instant Herpes Type 2 Test | Better2Know Human Herpes Virus - Type 8 Test |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compare Health Test score | 65.5 /10 Herpes type 1 alone, priced level with its closest peers | 65.5 /10 Herpes type 2 alone, priced level with its closest peers | 59.4 /10 HHV-8 test: pricier and slower than herpes 1/2 tests |
| Price | £185.00 | £185.00 | £245.00 |
| Biomarkers Count | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| At Home | |||
| Doctor Reviewed | — | — | — |
| Turnaround Min Days | 0 days | 0 days | 10 days |
| Turnaround Max Days | 0 days | 0 days | 10 days |
| Sample Type | Blood | Blood | Blood |
| Collection Model | Instant test at selected clinics | Instant test at selected clinics | Venous draw at clinic or nurse visit |
| Gender Focus | Both | Both | Both |
| Subscription Available | |||
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