Anti-streptolysin O - serology

Alternative Names/Synonyms	Detection of Anti-streptolysin O – serology
Laboratory	Microbiology
Sub-section	Serology
Specimen Type	Serum

Other Information

Acute and convalescent sera are required for serodiagnosis

Specimen Requirements (Tube Type)

○ Serum separator tube (clotted blood)

Collection Requirements

○ Decontaminate skin with 70% alcohol followed by iodine or chlorhexidine, collect at least 5 mL of blood.

Sample Stability

Refer to section Sample Processing / Delivery

Referral Laboratory

Sick Kids

Routine Turnaround Time

○ Up to 7 days from receipt at Hospital for Sick Children

Laboratory Contact Information

416-586-4800 extension 4438

Approval Required

YES

Sample Processing / Delivery

○ Label specimen container. Place specimens in biohazard bag and seal.

○ Specimens should be stored at refrigeration temperature (2-8˚C) and transported to the UHN/SH Microbiology Laboratory immediately after collection

○ The original specimen will be referred to the Hospital for Sick Children for testing