Test Code PCHE Pseudocholinesterase, Serum
Performing Laboratory
ChristianaCare:
- Newark Campus
- Wilmington Campus
Methodology
Butyrylthiocholine (Trinder)
Reference Values
Male
5.9-12.20 U/mL
Female
4.70-10.40 U/mL
Physician Office Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube: 3.5-mL red-top (gel) tube
Specimen: Full tube
Collection Instructions:
Note: Label tube with patient’s full name and 1 additional unique patient identifier such as date of birth, medical record number, emergency ID number, date and time of draw, collector’s initials, and type of specimen.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Routine Turnaround Time: 8 hours
STAT Turnaround Time: 1 hour