Cholinesterase near me in Pune

The Cholinesterase blood test is used to evaluate the levels of two important transmitters in the body viz. acetylcholinesterase (AChE) and pseudocholinesterase (PChE). These transmitters help in the proper functioning of the nervous system. AChE is found in the red blood cells and nerve tissue while PChE is found in the liver. Cholinesterase test is used to diagnose poisoning or toxicity from organophopshates, usually found in pesticides. In addition, this test could be ordered to diagnose liver disease and before giving anaesthesia with succinylcholine.

The normal range of Cholinesterase is 8-18 units/mL. Reduced PChE levels could be indicative of chronic infection, chronic inflammation, poisoning to organophopshates, etc. A less significant decrease is observed in pregnancy and use of birth control pills.