Which one of the following tests would be recommended by the doctor to confirm typhoid? |
Widal test CT Scan Sputum test Blood sugar test |
Widal test |
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. |