Widal Test (Slide Method) in Kolkata - Price & Details

The Widal test, used to diagnose Typhoid fever, can be obtained at any diagnostic laboratories or hospitals. While most people are used to visiting a lab physically for a diagnostic test, PharmEasy Labs in Kolkata brings you the benefit of home testing. The blood sample for thyroid test is collected from your doorsteps without the need for stepping out.

PharmEasy Labs is a leading laboratory service provider that offers a variety of diagnostic tests to ensure optimal health outcomes for its customers. With fully automated and barcoded labs, the results are accurate and reliable. The company also provides competitive pricing for its services, making it a cost-effective option for all. Customers can track the testing process through the PharmEasy app, which sends notifications at each stage, and the reports are provided in a timely manner, allowing customers to make decisions about their health promptly.

PharmEasy Labs operates in all major cities and has a team of experienced professionals with over 25 years in the field. They also provide convenient home sample collection services in Kolkata and other cities. Reports are verified by registered medical practitioners to ensure accuracy and reliability.

Due to several factors, the cost of a Widal test may vary. Nevertheless, the standard price for a Widal test at PharmEasy in Kolkata typically ranges from INR 129 to INR 269. Consider checking and comparing Widal test prices in major cities across India.

The Widal test is used to identify Typhoid or paratyphoid infections based on specific symptoms such as headaches, stomach discomfort, vomiting, nausea, rash, abdominal swelling, bowel irregularities, sweating, weakness, fatigue, muscle aches, dry cough, and weight loss. Left untreated, Typhoid can progress, causing restlessness, irritability, extreme fatigue, and a condition known as the "typhoid state." In the early stages, Typhoid symptoms may resemble those of other illnesses, with abdominal pain, fever, and a general sense of unwellness.

As Typhoid fever advances, symptoms often include a high fever, persistent headaches, abdominal discomfort, constipation, and possibly diarrhea, along with the appearance of rose-coloured spots on the abdomen or chest. This is accompanied by a further loss of appetite and increased weakness. Additional symptoms of Typhoid, also called Widal fever, encompass body pains, blood in the stools, chills, severe fatigue, difficulty concentrating, as well as agitation, confusion, and hallucinations.

You do not need to fast for a Widal Test (slide method), so you can maintain your regular eating and drinking habits. While there is no specific preparation necessary for the Widal blood test, your healthcare provider might recommend avoiding certain medications or foods before the test.

During the Widal Test

At PharmEasy, we prioritize both care and precision throughout the diagnostic process. Our skilled phlebotomists use vein finders to guarantee accurate and comfortable blood sample collection, striving to make the experience as seamless as possible for the patient. The blood sampling procedure for a Widal test is similar to standard blood tests, with a phlebotomist collecting blood from the arm vein while adhering to aseptic precautions. This process typically takes just 5 minutes.

The normal values and reference ranges of the test may vary from lab to lab. Please refer to the ranges mentioned in the report and consult a doctor to understand the interpretation of lab reports.

If the antibody against the bacteria is present within the patient’s serum, it'll react with the respective antigen within the reagent and provide visible agglutination (clumping) on the test slide. The highest dilution of the patient’s blood sample that provides a clear agglutination with the Widal test antigen suspensions is that of the antibody titre.

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Risks / Possible Complications

A Widal test is a frequently administered blood test with exceedingly low incidence of complications. Kindly consult a doctor in case of the following:

• Prolonged bleeding at the location of blood extraction.
• Pain/swelling at the site.

Limitations

• The accuracy of the test results could be compromised by equipment issues or human errors.
• Misinterpretation of the markers may cause inaccuracies in test outcomes.