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Anti-Streptolysin O Titre
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General
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Clinical Use:
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Used for the detection of antibodies to Streptolysin O when a patient is suspected of having a Group A streptococcal infection (acute rheumatic fever, acute glomerulonephritis). |
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Availability:
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Samples are batched and tested three times a week.
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Aliases/Synonyms:
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Code:
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ASO |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
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Hyperlink:
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Reference Interval:
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<=200 IU/mL
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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Serum Sep. Tube-SST (GOLD), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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1mL |
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Collection Instructions:
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Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Lithium Heparin-PST (GREEN) |
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Processing Instructions:
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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500uL |
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Stability:
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5 days chilled |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Site
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Contact Phone
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| Special Chemistry |
Biochemistry |
QEII Medical Centre |
6383 4114 |
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Last Updated : 22-11-2023 07:53 |