ANTI STREPTOLYSIN – O (ASO)

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ANTI STREPTOLYSIN O Test

What is Antistreptolysin O (ASO) test ?

Antistreptolysin O (ASO) test determines antibodies in the blood against streptolysin O, an enzyme produced by group A streptococcus bacteria. This is also helpful in checking whether the certain condition or disease is due to a recent streptococcal infection. 

Technique

IMMUNOTURBIDIMETRY

Who prescribes

General physician, General Medicine

Sample type

SERUM

Fasting

Non Fasting