Several studies are used for the diagnosis and monitoring of<unk> .  The polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test is ordered to confirm the virulence of the organism.  In addition, lumbar puncture should be performed on admission when it is not contraindicated to search for the organism in the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and to to exclude other alternative diagnoses.  Other diagnostic studies include an electrocardiogram and an echocardiogram to assess possible complications of<unk>  such as atrial fibrillation and pericardial effusion.
Anthrax other diagnostic studies
Hand-foot-and-mouth disease other diagnostic studies
Typhus other diagnostic studies
Typhus laboratory findings
Tuberculosis other diagnostic studies
Rhinitis other diagnostic studies
Urticaria other diagnostic studies
Typhus differential diagnosis