Facts about CMV/HSV/Syphilis An estimated 491 million people aged 15–49 (13%) worldwide have herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) infection, the leading cause of genital herpes. About 10% of babies with congenital CMV have signs, such as jaundice, rash, microcephaly, or low weight, at birth. Herpes simplex virus is a common virus that causes both oral herpes (HSV-1) and genital herpes (HSV-2). About 15% of babies with congenital CMV will not have signs at birth but will later develop hearing loss. Pathogen Detection Kits Our quick, easy, and cost-effective kits are designed to rapidly identify any pathogen (virus, bacteria, fungi) in any environment. LEARN MORE