Description

Testing of Antistreptolysin-O (ASO) will detect the presence of antibodies from a prior Strep A infection. This is important in the diagnosis of post-infection complications of some heart and kidney diseases (Rheumatic fever and Glomerulonephritis). In the presence of antistreptolysin-O levels greater than 200 IU/mL in serum, coated latex particles will agglutinate providing a visual observable reaction of antigen and antibody.

• Two-minute slide test
• Results on AAB, CAP and API surveys
• No initial dilution of patient samples is required for this test
• ASO latex reagent consists of latex particles coated with streptolysin-O
• Sensitivity: 200 IU/mL
• Specificity: >95%

CPT Code 86060

These materials are intended to be acquired, possessed and used only by health professionals