Pseudo-Cholinestrase
Understanding Pseudo-Cholinestrase
What is Pseudo-Cholinestrase?
Pseudo-Cholinestrase test checks for a rare condition in which pseudo-cholinesterase deficiency can result into increased sensitivity to certain muscle relaxants used during medical procedures. Pseudocholinesterase deficiency can result into the body muscles to stay relaxed for a longer time than normal. If a person is diagnosed positive in this test then the doctor can choose altenative drugs as muscle relaxants that won't cause prolonged muscle relaxation.
What is Pseudo-Cholinestrase used for?
The Pseudocholinesterase test is performed when a blood relative has been previously diagnosed with pseudocholinesterase deficiency identified by a long period of apnea when a succinylcholine based anesthetic is used during surgery. It is also performed if symptoms of organic pesticide poisoning appear, and in case of liver disorder symptoms.
Interpreting Pseudo-Cholinestrase results
Interpretations
Results are expressed in Units/Litre (U/L). The normal ranges for Pseudocholinesterase in the body are:
• Males: 3,100-6,500 U/L
• Females
18-49 years: 1,800-6,600 U/L
More than 50 years: 2,550-6,800 U/L
Other tests
