Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Biology

Chapter

Human Health and Disease

Question:

Which one of the following tests would be recommended by the doctor to confirm typhoid?

Options:

Widal test

CT Scan

Sputum test

Blood sugar test

Correct Answer:

Widal test

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → Widal test 

Salmonella typhi is a pathogenic bacterium which causes typhoid fever in human beings. These pathogens generally enter the small intestine through food and water contaminated with them and migrate to other organs through blood. Sustained high fever (39° to 40°C), weakness, stomach pain, constipation, headache and loss of appetite are some of the common symptoms of this disease. Intestinal perforation and death may occur in severe cases. Typhoid fever could be confirmed by Widal test.