My Widal test report shows O antigen positive up to 1:160, H antigen positive up to 1:40, AH antigen positive up to 1:40, and BH antigen positive up to 1:40. Please explain what this means and advise what I should do?

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Dr Kamran Mohammed

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An O antigen titer of 1:160 may indicate typhoid exposure. But Widal is not very specific. If symptoms like fever persist, consult doctor.

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Answered 12/09/2025

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