The Anti-Streptolysin O (ASO) Quantitative test measures the level of antibodies produced against Streptolysin O, a toxin released by Group A Streptococcus bacteria. It helps diagnose recent or past streptococcal infections that may lead to complications such as rheumatic fever or glomerulonephritis.
Pretest:
No fasting required. Avoid hemolyzed or lipemic samples. In suspected infections, serial testing (at 2-week intervals) may be recommended to observe rising antibody titers.
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Price:
Rs. 700