ASO (Antistreptolysin 0) test is uesd for the diagnosis of________________?
Correct answer: C. Rheumatie fever
- A. Rheumatoid arthritis
- B. Typhoid fever
- C. Rheumatie fever
- D. Rickettsial fever
Explanation
ASO detects antibodies against streptolysin O and supports recent group A streptococcal infection. It is especially useful when diagnosing post-streptococcal complications such as rheumatic fever, rather than the preceding throat infection itself.
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