Which serum is used for testing streptococcal pyrogenic toxin-
Ans. is 'a' i.e.. Convalescent human serum Tests related to pyrogenic toxin (erythrogenic /Dick toxin) of streptococcuso There were two historical tests which were used :Dick test: Intraderma] Injection of toxin in a child produces erythematous reaction if he/she is susceptible to scarlet fever.Schultz scharlton reaction : It was used as a diagnostic test for Scarlet fever. Blanching of erythematous rash is produced during scarlet fever on local injection of convalescent serum (As serum from patient in convalescent phase has antibodies against this toxin)
Convalescent human serum
Serum from patient of acute scarlet fever
Horse serum
None of the above
Bacteria