Widal Test for Typhoid (Slide) in Perungudi, Chennai
டைபாய்டு காய்ச்சல் பரிசோதனை (வைடால்)
Price₹150
Book on WhatsAppWhat is the Widal (Typhoid) test?
The Widal test looks for antibodies against Salmonella typhi and paratyphi, the bacteria that cause typhoid and paratyphoid fever.
Why is it done?
- Fever lasting more than a few days with stomach upset or headache
How to prepare
- No fasting needed
- Mention how many days you have had fever and any antibiotics taken
Sample
Blood from a vein (serum).
Understanding your result
Widal is more meaningful after the first week of fever and can be positive from past infection or vaccination. Blood culture is more definitive early in the illness.
Home collection
Home sample collection is available in Perungudi, OMR, Velachery and nearby areas. Share your location on WhatsApp to confirm a slot.
Frequently asked questions
Is Widal accurate in the first days of fever?
It is less reliable early; blood culture may be advised instead.
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Medical note
This page is general information, not a diagnosis. Please discuss your report with a qualified doctor.