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Cholinesterase is a laboratory test that measures a result in a Blood (Serum) sample. It may be ordered to investigate symptoms, support a diagnosis or monitor a condition, depending on your clinician's advice.
The current booking price is shown at Rs. 330 against an MRP of Rs. 350, inclusive of taxes where applicable.
No fasting is required for this test alone. If another test in the same order requires fasting, follow its preparation instructions. Home sample collection is available in serviceable cities. A trained phlebotomist collects the sample using sterile equipment, and the report is shared online after processing.
Reference ranges vary by laboratory and method. Use the range printed on your final report. The information below is educational only.
| Measure | Typical guide | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Result unit | enzyme activity | Use the reference range printed on your final report. |
| Low activity | Below baseline/range | May suggest organophosphate exposure or inherited pseudocholinesterase issue. |
| Monitoring | Compare with baseline | Occupational monitoring uses change from personal baseline. |
| Reason | Description |
|---|---|
| Pesticide exposure marker | Used to detect organophosphate effect. |
| Anaesthesia safety | Can identify pseudocholinesterase deficiency before certain muscle relaxants. |
| Occupational monitoring | Useful for agricultural/chemical exposure follow-up. |
| Situation | Description |
|---|---|
| Symptoms | Sweating, salivation, nausea, breathing difficulty, muscle twitching after exposure. |
| Risk context | Pesticide work, chemical exposure, prolonged paralysis after anaesthesia. |
| Follow-up users | Workers under exposure monitoring. |
| Topic | Guidance |
|---|---|
| Fasting | No fasting is required for this test alone. If another test in the same order requires fasting, follow its preparation instructions. |
| Exposure history | Tell the doctor about pesticide/chemical contact. |
| Interpretation | Baseline comparison is helpful. |
Home sample collection for Cholinesterase is available in the cities below, subject to confirmation of your pincode at booking.
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Your sample is collected by a trained phlebotomist and sent to the partner laboratory for analysis. The laboratory processes the sample using its validated procedures and quality controls. Your final report shows the result, unit and reference range used for that test. Discuss an unexpected or abnormal result with your clinician.