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HelpOrderable Name SABP Streptococcal Antibodies Profile, Serum
Useful For
Demonstration of acute or recent streptococcal infection using both antistreptolysin O and anti-DNase B titers
Profile Information
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASO | Antistrep-O Titer, S | Yes | Yes |
| ADNAS | Anti-DNase B Titer, S | Yes | Yes |
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Patient Preparation: Fasting preferred but not required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Red top
Acceptable: Serum gel
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days | |
| Frozen | 28 days | ||
| Ambient | 7 days |
Reference Values
ANTISTREP-O TITER
<5 years: ≤70 IU/mL
5-17 years: ≤640 IU/mL
≥18 years: ≤530 IU/mL
ANTI-DNase B TITER
<5 years: ≤250 U/mL
5-17 years: ≤375 U/mL
≥18 years: ≤300 U/mL
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
CPT Code Information
86060
86215
Report Available
1 to 3 daysReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | OK |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | OK |
Method Name
Nephelometry