How Are People Tested for Salmonella Typhi?
People are typically tested for Salmonella typhi only if they demonstrate the signs and symptoms of a Salmonella typhi infection. The initial symptoms are a high fever, which is typically in the 103 to 104 degrees F range (or 39 to 40 degrees C). Patients with a Salmonella typhi infection may also have a loss of appetite, a headache, or may feel weak. Some patients also get a characteristic rash made up of many flat and pinkish or rose-colored spots. Patients who display these symptoms and may have consumed contaminated food or water are tested for Salmonella typhi.
