An Acetylcholinesterase-Based Chronoamperometric Biosensor for Fast and Reliable Assay of Nerve Agents

The enzyme acetylcholinesterase (AChE) is an important part of cholinergic nervous system, where it stops neurotransmission by hydrolysis of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine. It is sensitive to inhibition by organophosphate and carbamate insecticides, some Alzheimer disease drugs, secondary metabo...

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Main Authors: Rene Kizek, Vojtech Adam, Miroslav Pohanka
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2013-08-01
Series:Sensors
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1424-8220/13/9/11498