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What is the maximum days the report can be obtained for the test

Maximum Days for Obtaining WIDAL Test By Slide Agglutination Report:

The WIDAL test by slide agglutination is typically performed in a clinical laboratory setting. The maximum days for obtaining the report of WIDAL test results may vary depending on the laboratory's testing schedule and workload. However, in most cases, the report can be obtained within 1 to 2 days after the test is conducted.

What are the prerequisites for the test WIDAL Test By Slide Agglutination

  • Blood sample
  • Clean and sterile test tubes
  • Agglutination slides
  • Widal test kit
  • Pipettes for transferring samples
  • Incubator set at 37°C
  • Antigen-specific antibodies
  • Positive and negative controls
  • Timer or stopwatch

What are the measure values for the test WIDAL Test By Slide Agglutination

  • Positive result: Agglutination of the bacteria in one or more dilutions
  • Negative result: No agglutination of the bacteria in any dilution
  • Titers: The highest dilution of serum that still shows agglutination
  • Interpretation: A titer of 1:80 or greater for O and H antigens is considered positive for typhoid fever

What does this test WIDAL Test By Slide Agglutination identify?

WIDAL Test By Slide Agglutination

The WIDAL test is a serological test used to diagnose typhoid fever caused by the bacteria Salmonella typhi and Salmonella paratyphi. It detects the presence of antibodies in the blood that are produced in response to the infection.

The test identifies the following antibodies:

  • O antigen agglutinins (O antibodies) - produced against the somatic (O) antigen of the bacteria
  • H antigen agglutinins (H antibodies) - produced against the flagellar (H) antigen of the bacteria

The test results are interpreted based on the presence and levels of these antibodies. A positive result indicates a recent or current infection with typhoid fever. However, it is important to consider clinical symptoms and other diagnostic tests for a definitive diagnosis.

Why is this test WIDAL Test By Slide Agglutination taken?

The Widal test is a serological test used to diagnose typhoid fever and other related illnesses caused by the bacteria Salmonella typhi and Salmonella paratyphi. The test works by detecting antibodies produced by the immune system in response to these bacteria.

The test is typically taken when a person presents with symptoms such as high fever, abdominal pain, headache, and weakness, which are common in typhoid fever. By detecting the presence of specific antibodies in the blood, the Widal test can help confirm a diagnosis of typhoid fever and guide appropriate treatment.

It is important to note that the Widal test is not always reliable and can sometimes produce false positive or false negative results. Therefore, it is usually used in conjunction with other diagnostic tests and clinical findings to confirm a diagnosis of typhoid fever.

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