ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Streptolysin O Antibody (ASO) : 0050095

Mnemonic: ASO

Methodology: Nephelometry
Performed: Sun-Sat
Reported: Within 24 hours
Specimen Required: Collect:  One 4 mL serum separator tube.

Transport:  1 mL serum at 2-8°C. (Min: 0.4 mL)  Submit specimen in an ARUP Standard Transport Tube.

Pediatric Collection/Transport:  0.3 mL serum at 2-8°C.

Remarks:  Separate serum from cells ASAP. 

Unacceptable Conditions:  Heparinized plasma.  Hemolyzed specimens. 

Stability:  After separation from cells: Ambient: 8 hours; Refrigerated: 8 days; Frozen: 3 months
Reference Interval:
0-1 year: 0-200 IU/mL
2-12 years: 0-240 IU/mL
13 years and older: 0-330 IU/mL
CPT Code(s): 86060
 
 

 

 

 
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