Test Name
Anti Streptolysin O
Alternate DescriptionASO Titer, Streptolysin O Antibody, ASO Quantitative
LIS CodeASOP
Lab Section
Specimen Processing Area
Fluid TypeSerum
Specimen Tube Type Transport
Non Gel Red Top
Container Whole Blood Required7 ml whole blood in Non Gel Red Top or 1.5 ml whole blood in (2) Non Gel Red microtainers
Summary Test NameAnti Streptolysin O
Specimen Preparation OutreachSpin within 4 hours of collection. Refrigerate until courier pickup
Minimum Volume0.5 ml serum
Specimen TransportRefrigerate
Specimen Preparation In HouseSpin, separate, refrigerate until shipped
Patient PreparationOvernight fasting is preferred.
Reference ValueAccompanies report