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AKA
Anti-Streptolysin O
Specimen Type/Requirements
Gold top (Serum w/gel) tube - Serum
Red top (Serum w/out gel) tube - Serum
Serum should be separated from cells within 2 hours of collection.
Test is affected by gross hemolysis. Test is not affected by lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.5 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 2 days | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 2 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | 6 months |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Methodology
Turbidimetric/Immunoturbidimetric
CPT
86060
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
Additional Information
This test provides valuable information regarding past streptococcal infection.