Facts about CMV/HSV/Syphilis 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. There are currently no vaccines for CMV. About one out of every 200 babies is born with congenital CMV infection. 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