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Instant Herpes Simplex Type 1 Test
A Test for Herpes Simplex Type 1 with results in under 20 minutes.
- 1 biomarkers
- Results in 0 days
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Instant Herpes Type 2 Test
A test for Herpes Simplex Type 2 with results in under 20 minutes.
- 1 biomarkers
- Results in 0 days
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| Feature | Better2Know Human Herpes Virus - Type 8 Test | Better2Know Instant Herpes Simplex Type 1 Test | Better2Know Instant Herpes Type 2 Test |
|---|---|---|---|
| ProjectScreen score | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
| Price | £245.00 | £185.00 | £185.00 |
| Biomarkers Count | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| At Home | |||
| Doctor Reviewed | — | — | — |
| Turnaround Min Days | 10 days | 0 days | 0 days |
| Turnaround Max Days | 10 days | 0 days | 0 days |
| Sample Type | Blood | Blood | Blood |
| Collection Model | Venous draw at clinic or nurse visit | Instant test at selected clinics | Instant test at selected clinics |
| Gender Focus | Both | Both | Both |
| Subscription Available | |||
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