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cholinesterase

/ˌkəʊ.lɪˈnes.tə.reɪz/

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noun

/ˌkəʊ.lɪˈnes.tə.reɪz/C2formalmedical
  • ruФермент, расщепляющий ацетилхолин на холин и уксусную кислоту, играющий ключевую роль в передаче нервных сигналов.

An enzyme that breaks down acetylcholine into choline and acetic acid, playing a key role in nerve signal transmission.

uncountable

  1. Enzyme for neurotransmitter breakdownC2formalmedical

    An enzyme that breaks down acetylcholine into choline and acetic acid, regulating nerve signal transmission.

    ruФермент для расщепления нейромедиатора

    • Cholinesterase inhibitors are used to treat Alzheimer's disease.
    • The doctor measured the patient's cholinesterase levels to assess nerve function.
    • Organophosphate pesticides can inhibit cholinesterase activity.

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