Cat No.
NATE-0020
Description
Acetylcholinesterase, also known as AChE or acetylhydrolase, is a hydrolase that hydrolyzes the neurotransmitter acetylcholine. AChE is found at mainly neuromuscular junctions and cholinergic brain synapses, where its activity serves to terminate synaptic transmission. It belongs to carboxylesterase family of enzymes. It is the primary target of inhibition by organophosphorus compounds such as nerve agents and pesticides.
Abbr
AChE, Recombinant (Human)
Alias
AChE; AcCholE; EC 3.1.1.7; Acetyl
Source
HEK 293 cells
Species
Human
Form
Lyophilized powder containing phosphate buffer salt
Enzyme Commission Number
EC 3.1.1.7
Bio-activity
> 1,000 units/mg protein (Lowry)
CAS No.
9000-81-1
Unit Definition
One unit will hydrolyze 1.0 μmole of acetylcholine to choline and acetate per min at pH 8.0 at 37°C.
Synonyms
true cholinesterase; choline esterase I; cholinesterase; acetylthiocholinesterase; acetylcholine hydrolase; acetyl; β-methylcholinesterase; AcCholE; EC 3.1.1.7; 9000-81-1; Acetylcholinesterase; AChE; acetylhydrolase
Function
true cholinesterase; choline esterase I; cholinesterase; acetylthiocholinesterase; acetylcholine hydrolase; acetyl; β-methylcholinesterase; AcCholE; EC 3.1.1.7; 9000-81-1; Acetylcholinesterase; AChE; acetylhydrolase
