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Role of ASO titre; Throat swab culture and FNA culture in decision making for tonsillectomy
| ASO titre (IU/ml) | Throat swab culture | FNA culture | Tonsillectomy to be done (yes/no) |
|---|---|---|---|
| >200 | GABHS present | Not done | Yes |
| >200 | GABHS absent | GABHS present | Yes |
| >200 | GABHS absent | GABHS absent | No |
| <200 | GABHS present | GABHS present | Yes |
