# Cholinesterase

> This test measures the level of cholinesterase, an enzyme in your blood that helps break down certain chemicals used in anesthesia and pesticides. It helps doctors determine if you are at risk for prolonged muscle paralysis after surgery or if you have been exposed to harmful insecticides. Results can help distinguish between a genetic enzyme deficiency and poisoning from chemical exposure. However, this test does not diagnose specific liver conditions or explain every instance of breathing difficulty after anesthesia.

- Labcorp code: 007211
- Category: [Environmental Toxins](https://app.picardo.health/labs/tests/environmental-toxins.md)
- Price: shown at checkout, before payment.
- Blood draw: free at a Labcorp location, or $75.00 at home.
- Order link: https://app.picardo.health/labs/order?tests=007211&ref=assistant

## About ordering

A licensed physician reviews every order before any test is run, and results arrive in the person's Picardo account. Ordering is open to adults 18 and over in the US, except New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Massachusetts, Hawaii and Maine. General health information, not medical advice.