Seroepidemiology of Herpes Simplex virus type 1 and 2 in Anzali city 2010-2011

Objective of this study was to determine the seroprevalence of herpes simplex virus type 1 and 2 in Anzali city for the first time. 200 persons selected randomely and demographic data gathered. HSV-1, 2 and HSV-2 ELISA kits used to determine IgG type specific antibodies. HSV-1 and HSV-2 IgG antibodies were positive in 131 [65.5%] and 7[3.5%] subjects. HSV-1 Was more prevalent than HSV-2 and seropositivity increased with age.