The test that provides the most reliable evidence of recent streptococcal infection is which?
a. Throat culture
b. Mantoux test
c. Antistreptolysin O test
d. Elevation of liver enzymes
ANS: C
Antistreptolysin O (ASLO) titers measure the concentration of antibodies formed in the blood against this product. Normally, the titers begin to rise about 7 days after onset of the infection and reach maximum levels in 4 to 6 weeks. Therefore, a rising titer demonstrated by at least two ASLO tests is the most reliable evidence of recent streptococcal infection.
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