Evaluation of liver function and pesticide exposure.
The Cholinesterase, Serum test measures the activity of cholinesterase enzymes in the blood, primarily used to assess liver function, detect pesticide poisoning (organophosphates & carbamates), and evaluate neuromuscular disorders. Low levels may indicate liver disease, malnutrition, or toxic exposure.
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The Cholinesterase, Serum test measures the activity of cholinesterase enzymes in the blood, which are essential for breaking down acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter. It is commonly used to assess liver function, diagnose pesticide (organophosphate/carbamate) poisoning, and identify genetic enzyme deficiencies.
Low Levels May Indicate
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- Organophosphate or carbamate pesticide poisoning
- Liver disease (cirrhosis, hepatitis)
- Malnutrition
Genetic deficiency (pseudocholinesterase deficiency)
High Levels May Indicate
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- Recovery from pesticide exposure
- Certain genetic conditions
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Total Serum Cholinesterase (Butyrylcholinesterase)
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- Males: 5,000–12,000 U/L
- Females: 4,000–11,000 U/L
(Normal ranges may vary by laboratory.)
Significantly low levels → Possible pesticide poisoning, severe liver disease, or genetic enzyme deficiency
Moderately low levels → Chronic liver disease or malnutrition
Normal levels → No significant cholinesterase-related issues
Elevated levels → Recovery from poisoning, genetic variants
Blood sample (Serum) collected via venipuncture.
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CHOLINESTERASE, SERUM
Evaluation of liver function and pesticide exposure.
The Cholinesterase, Serum test measures the activity of cholinesterase enzymes in the blood, primarily used to assess liver function, detect pesticide poisoning (organophosphates & carbamates), and evaluate neuromuscular disorders. Low levels may indicate liver disease, malnutrition, or toxic exposure.
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