ANTI-STREPTOLYSIN ( ASO )
Test:
456
CPT:
86060
Synonyms
ASO
Special Instructions
Expected Turnaround Time
1 – 2 days
Specimen Requirements
Specimen
1 – 2 days
Volume
2 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL (Note: This volume does not allow for repeat testing.)
Container
Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
Collection
Storage Instructions
Room temperature
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis; lipemia
Test Details
Use
Document exposure to streptococcal streptolysin O. A marked rise in titer or a persistently elevated titer indicates that a Streptococcus infection or poststreptococcal sequelae are present.