There are two main tests that can be used for herpes, but it is important to note that they are only 80% reliable.  You could also do a culture test, which is more accurate but takes longer.
assitant
What do you mean?
assistant
Are cold sores all a form of herpes?
user
I would say that there is a correlation between the two, but they aren’t exactly the same.
assistant
So do you find out if it is herpes?
user