Cholinesterase (ChE)

Cholinesterases, including acetylcholinesterase (AChE) and butyrylcholinesterase (BChE), are enzymes essential for the regulation of acetylcholine levels in the nervous system. AChE plays a critical role in terminating neurotransmission at synapses, while BChE helps modulate acetylcholine activity in other tissues. These enzymes are vital for normal neurological function, and their inhibition can lead to serious health issues, but they also serve as targets for therapeutic drugs in the treatment of neurological diseases like Alzheimer's.