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HelpTest Code 405 Antistreptolysin O, Quantitative
Additional Codes
ALAB: ASO
PowerChart: Antistreptolysin O Quantitative
MA Cerner: Anti Streptolysin O, QN.
Test Method
Turbidimetric Method; Beckman DxC700AU
Specimen Requirement
1 mL serum is required.
Additional Specimen Collection Information
Collect blood in a red-top tube. SST (gel tubes) are acceptable. Serum should be separated from contact with the cells within 2 hours of collection. Specimens not centrifuged within 4 hours of collection may be rejected. Refrigerate the specimen if unable to assay within 8 hours of collection. Samples with >4+ lipemia must be cleared prior to analysis.
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Performance
Testing is performed Monday through Sunday.
Routine orders: Typically completed within 4 hours after specimen arrives at the testing site.
Reference Values
Pediatric (0-11 years): < 100 IU/mL
Adult: < 200 IU/mL
CPT Code Information
86060 Antibody Testing; Antistreptolysin O titer
Useful For
Demonstration of acute or recent streptococcal infection.
LOINC Code Information
5370-2 Streptolysin O Ab [Units/Volume] In Serum