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- Title
New normal ranges of antistreptolysin O and antideoxyribonuclease B titres for Australian children.
- Authors
Danchin, M H; Carlin, J B; Devenish, W; Nolan, T M; Carapetis, J R
- Abstract
To determine age-specific upper limit of normal (ULN) values of the ASO and ADB titres in children aged 4-14 years in urban Melbourne. Serology is often used to diagnose a preceding Streptococcus pyogenes infection, particularly in potential cases of rheumatic fever and post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis. The most commonly used antigens are antistreptolysin O (ASO) and antideoxyribonuclease B (ADB). Reference ranges used in Australia for these serological markers are usually based on data in adults from other countries. There are no age-specific reference values for Australian children.
- Publication
Journal of paediatrics and child health, 2005, Vol 41, Issue 11, p583
- ISSN
1034-4810
- Publication type
Journal Article
- DOI
10.1111/j.1440-1754.2005.00726.x