Widal Test in Pune | Typhoid Test : Book Now
Get Widal Test near you in Pune with Pathofast Lab. Includes Salmonella Typhi and Salmonella Paratyphi test for typhoid fever. Widal Test price in Pune is Rs.370. Book home visit now
Procedure of Widal Test in Pune(Typhoid test)View All
The Widal Test is a diagnostic tool that requires a blood (serum) sample to detect and evaluate the presence of typhoid fever. During this test the lab technician will draw a sample of blood from your arm and it will be processed in the lab.
Before the Test
- Fasting : Fasting is not necessary for Widal Test.
- Timing : The sample for Widal Test can be provided at any time.
- Medications : Usual medications generally don't affect Widal Test.
After the Test
- Report Time : The report can take upto 5 days
Reasons to get a Widal Test in Pune (Typhoid test)View All
The Widal Test diagnoses typhoid fever by detecting specific antibodies, useful during suspected infections.
- Typhoid Diagnosis : Helps diagnose typhoid fever in symptomatic patients.
- Fever with stomach pain : Evaluates persistent fever of unknown origin, especially when accompanied by stomach pain.
- Fever with Rash : Detects Typhoid infection which may show fever withr red rash on body.
Why choose Pathofast Lab for Widal Test in Pune? (Typhoid test)View All
Pathofast Lab Pune is a safe and reliable and top rated lab providing accurate reports for a variety of blood tests in Pune.
- Safe and Hygienic Blood Collection Our lab technicians are trained in painless, safe and sterile blood collection
- Quality Control: We follow rigid quality control protocols for dengue testing including inbuilt quality controls
- Agglutination: Pathofast Lab meticulously performs Widal Test through agglutination technique which is the gold standard for this test.
How to book Widal Test in Pune? (Typhoid test)View All
You can book a Widal Test (typhoid fever test) in Pune by calling us or booking online.
- Call or Book Online Call us at 02049304930 or click here to book online.
- Lab Center: The lab is located at 2nd Floor, Manisha Terrace, 411001, Moledina Rd, Camp, Pune, Maharashtra 411001. Click here for directions. Home sample collection is also available all over Pune.
- Lab Timings: You can visit the lab from Monday-Saturday between 8.30 am and 6 pm for sample collection. Home visits are available between 7.30 am and 2 pm throughout the week.
Widal Test Report Format (Typhoid test)View All
The widal test report includes the titre of antibodies against Salmonella Typhi and Paratyphi. The normal titre of S.Typhi and S.Paratyphi is considered to be less than 1:80
Normal Widal Test Report format
| Antigen | Organism | Type | Normal Range | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TO | Salmonella Typhi | O (Somatic) | ≤ 1:80 | Positive if titre is ≥ 1:160. No agglutination at 1:20 = Negative. |
| TH | Salmonella Typhi | H (Flagellar) | ≤ 1:80 | Suggestive of infection if titre ≥ 1:160. No reaction at 1:20 = Clearly negative. |
| AO | Salmonella Paratyphi A | O (Somatic) | ≤ 1:80 | High titres (≥ 1:100) may suggest Paratyphi A infection. |
| AH | Salmonella Paratyphi A | H (Flagellar) | ≤ 1:80 | Positive if titre is significantly raised (≥ 1:100). |
| BO | Salmonella Paratyphi B | O (Somatic) | ≤ 1:80 | Positive only if titre rises above 1:100. 1:20 = Negative. |
| BH | Salmonella Paratyphi B | H (Flagellar) | ≤ 1:80 | Positive if ≥ 1:100. No agglutination = Negative. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is typhoid fever?
Typhoid fever is fever with rash and stomach pain caused by infection from Salmonella Typhi or Salmonella Paratyphi. They are bacteria that spread through contaminated food and water
How soon after typhoid fever is the widal test positive?
Widal test is positive around 1 week after the fever. However a negative test does not rule out the infection. At times only blood cultures reveal typhoid fever.
What method is used for this test in your lab?
We use tube agglutination technology for this test
What other tests are available for diagnosing typhoid fever?
Typhifast assay is faster and more accurate in some cases of typhoid fever.
Is there any typhoid screening package available?
Yes we have a typhoid fever profile that you can also consider for complete typhoid screening.
What is the normal range for Salmonella typhi O in a Widal Test?
The normal range for Salmonella typhi O agglutinin in a Widal Test is typically less than 1:80, but this can vary depending on the laboratory and local endemic factors.
What does it mean if a Widal Test report is positive for typhoid?
A positive Widal Test report for typhoid indicates the presence of significant levels of antibodies against the causative agent of typhoid fever, Salmonella typhi, suggesting a current or past infection.
How is a negative Widal Test report interpreted?
A negative Widal Test report generally indicates the absence of significant levels of antibodies for Salmonella typhi or paratyphi, suggesting that the patient may not have a current or recent infection.
What principle does the Widal Test operate on?
The Widal Test operates on the principle of detecting the presence of specific agglutinating antibodies against the O and H antigens of Salmonella typhi and paratyphi in a patient's serum, indicating a potential current or recent infection.
Can I get Widal Test at home in Pune?
Yes, if you are looking for Widal Test at home in Pune then look no further than Pathofast Lab Pune. Our lab is located conveniently in the center of Pune and we also offer home sample collection for the Widal Test in various areas of Pune.
Getting a Widal Test near me is possible with our home sample collection services
Home Sample Collection is Available for Widal Test at the following locations in Pune :
- Jangli Maharaj Nagar
- Ravet
- Viman Nagar
- Shastrinagar, Yerawada
- NIBM Undri Road, Kondhwa
- Camp
- Aundh
- Baner
- Dattwadi
- Undri
- Pimpri-Chinchwad
- Kalyani Nagar
- Koregaon Park
- Sadashiv Peth
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