Weil Felix Test in Pune
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The Weil Felix Test is a blood test used to diagnose certain bacterial infections, such as typhus and rickettsial fever.
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Overview
The Weil-Felix test is a serological test used to diagnose rickettsial infections such as typhus fever. It is based on the principle of cross-reactivity between the patients serum and antigens of Proteus vulgaris, Proteus mirabilis, and Proteus vulgaris OX19. The test involves agglutination reaction between the patients serum and the bacterial antigens. The Weil-Felix test is simple, cost-effective, and can provide rapid results.
Who should do this test?
Individuals who have been exposed to tick bites or who live in areas where tick-borne diseases are common.
Patients with symptoms of fever, headache, body aches, and rash, which are common signs of tick-borne diseases such as Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever or Typhus.
Individuals with a history of travel to areas where tick-borne diseases are prevalent, such as the southeastern United States, Mexico, or South America.
What to do if the test is abnormal?
Consult with a healthcare professional: A Weil Felix Test is a blood test that is used to diagnose a bacterial infection called rickettsiosis. If the results of the test are abnormal, it is important to consult with a healthcare professional right away to determine the next steps.
Follow up with additional testing: Depending on the results of the Weil Felix Test, additional testing may be necessary to confirm the diagnosis and determine the best course of treatment. This may include further blood tests, imaging tests, or other diagnostic procedures.
Follow the recommended treatment plan: If rickettsiosis is diagnosed, it is important to follow the recommended treatment plan to ensure a full recovery. This may include taking antibiotics, resting, and following any other specific instructions provided by your healthcare provider.
What is the normal range of Weil Felix Test?
The normal range for adult males is < 1:80,the normal range for adult females is < 1:80Frequently Asked Questions
Which diseases are tested by the Weil-Felix test?
The Weil Felix test is a relatively old and non-specific test for Typhus, and Rickettsial infections in general. The patient usually has high fever and there is a history of flea bites.. The test has a very low specificity and is known to give false negatives and false positives. . This test has been discontinued in most Western Countries for these reasons, and is superseeded by advanced techniques of indirect immunofluorescence.. We do not recommend this test, unless advised by a doctor and the report will contain a list of shortcomings of the test in the footnote. The test is not diagnostic or conclusive.
What is the advantage of the the Weil Felix Test?
Low cost and simpler equipment are the only advantages of the test. As a diagnostic modality it is extremely limited.
Why Choose Pathofast for Weil Felix Test
Pathofast Lab in Pune, is the best lab in Pune for accurate and reliable blood tests. Our lab is located conveniently in the center of Pune and we also offer home sample collection for the Weil Felix Test in various areas of Pune.
You can be assured of quality service and timely and accurate reports
Home Sample Collection is Available for Weil Felix Test at the following locations in Pune :
- Jangli Maharaj Nagar
- Ravet
- Viman Nagar
- Shastrinagar, Yerawada
- NIBM Undri Road, Kondhwa
- Camp
- Aundh
- Baner
- Dattwadi
- Undri
- Pimpri-Chinchwad
- Kalyani Nagar
- Koregaon Park
- Sadashiv Peth