Typhoid test (Widal / blood culture) — book at home in Nigeria
Also known as widal test, typhoid fever test, salmonella test. Booked in the app, collected at your home, explained by a doctor.
This page is general health information, not a diagnosis. Always consult a licensed clinician about your own health.
What it is
Checks for typhoid fever — the Widal screen looks for antibodies, while blood culture identifies the Salmonella bacteria directly.
Why doctors order it
Prolonged fever with abdominal discomfort needs a proper typhoid work-up. Culture-confirmed diagnosis avoids the over-treatment that follows a lone Widal titre.
Sample & preparation
Sample
Blood (venous draw)
Preparation
No special preparation; tell the phlebotomist about any antibiotics you have taken.
Turnaround
Widal same day; culture 2–5 days
How home collection works
01
Book in the app
Choose the test and a time that suits you — the price is shown before you pay.
02
Sample collected at home
A trained phlebotomist comes to you with sealed, single-use kits.
03
Results, explained
Results land in the app and a doctor walks you through what they mean.
Frequently asked questions
What sample does the Typhoid test (Widal / blood culture) need?
Blood (venous draw). A trained phlebotomist collects it at your home with sealed, single-use kits.
Do I need to prepare for the Typhoid test (Widal / blood culture)?
No special preparation; tell the phlebotomist about any antibiotics you have taken.
How long do Typhoid test (Widal / blood culture) results take?
Widal same day; culture 2–5 days. Results arrive in the GoDoctor app, and a doctor can explain what they mean in an online consultation.