Test Code ASO Anti-Streptolysin O (ASO), Serum
Specimen Collection Requirements
Anti-Streptolysin O (ASO), Serum
Alternate Test Name: | Streptococcal Antibodies |
Dept: | Chemistry |
SPECIMEN COLLECTION REQUIREMENTS | |
Collection Container: |
SST |
Specimen: | Serum |
Transport Temperature: | Room Temperature |
Specimen Volume: | Preferred Volume: 1 mL; Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL |
Also Acceptable: | Red Top Tube |
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS | |
Performed: | Monday - Saturday |
Reported: | Same Day |
Methodology: | Turbidimetric |
CPT: | 86063 |
LOINC: | 5370-2 |
Stability: | Room Temperature: 3 Days; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 1 Month |
Reference Range: |
Adults (18+): <200 IU/mL Children (Age 6-18): 166-250 IU/mL Pediatriacs (Age 0-5): <100 IU/mL |