Acetylcholinesterase Isoenzymes Blood
What is this test?
Approximately 1 in every 2500 individuals has inherited defective or deficiency of the enzyme (pseudocholinesterase) that metabolizes succinylcholine (an anesthetic agent). With normal dosage, these individuals have prolonged apnea. Such individuals are responsive at much smaller concentrations of this anesthetic agent than the general population. Low concentrations of Pseudocholinesterase are observed in individuals exposed to organophosphorous insecticides and patients with hepatic dysfunction.
Also known as Acetylcholinesterase Isoenzymes.
Test Preparation
No special preparation is needed for Acetylcholinesterase Isoenzymes Blood. Inform your doctor if you are on any medications or have any underlying medical conditions or allergies before undergoing Acetylcholinesterase Isoenzymes Blood. Your doctor depending on your condition will give specific instructions.
Understanding your test results
| Gender | Age groups | Value |
| UNISEX | All age groups | 8 - 18 units per ml |