Widal Test
A serological test used to diagnose typhoid fever by detecting antibodies to the O and H antigens of Salmonella typhi. This test is commonly used in regions where typhoid fever is endemic.
Overview of Widal Test in Muvattupuzha
About The Test
The Widal Test is a serological test used to help diagnose typhoid fever (and paratyphoid fever), which are caused by Salmonella enterica serotypes:
Salmonella Typhi (causes typhoid)
Salmonella Paratyphi A, B, and C (cause paratyphoid)
The test detects antibodies (agglutinins) in the patient's blood against the O (somatic) and H (flagellar) antigens of Salmonella.
Why Consider Widal Test in Muvattupuzha ?
If you are experiencing symptoms such as:
Persistent high fever
Abdominal pain
Constipation or diarrhea
Headache
Loss of appetite
Weakness and fatigue
Sometimes a rash (rose spots) on the abdomen
Who should consider Widal Test in Muvattupuzha ?
1. Patients Who Have Had Fever for More Than 5 Days
2. Individuals Being Monitored for Rising Antibody Titers
People Living in or Returning From Typhoid-Endemic Regions
Typhoid is more common in:
South Asia (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh)
Southeast Asia
Sub-Saharan Africa
Parts of Latin America
More About Widal Test in Muvattupuzha
The test detects two main types of antibodies:
Antigen Tested | Antibody Detected | Indicates |
O antigen (somatic) | Anti-O antibody | Active infection (early) |
H antigen (flagellar) | Anti-H antibody | Past infection or immunization |
AH antigen | Anti-Paratyphi A antibody | Paratyphoid A |
Test included
- S Typhi O Antigen Titre
- S Typhi H Antigen Titre
- S Paratyphi Ah Antigen
- S Paratyphi Bh Antigen
Doctor information
Test code
9076
CPT and Loinc codes
Department
- Serology
Turn around time
Next Day
Test run frequency
Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday TIME - 05:00
Performing locations
1 labs across India
Specimen vol. and vacutainer information
| Specimen | Vacutainer | Volume |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Yellow Vacutainer | .7 ML |
Specimen stability information
Serum
Test price
₹390
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