It has been known to cause inhibition of the enzyme cholinesterase in rats, and it is recommended that people who have exposure to dioxathion regularly get their plasma and red blood cell cholinesterase levels assessed. Persons exposed to other chemicals which affect cholinesterase levels, e.g.
Exposure to dioxathion has been linked to the inhibition of cholinesterase in rats, and it is recommended that those regularly exposed get their cholinesterase levels checked in plasma and red blood cells. Individuals who are also exposed to other chemicals that affect cholinesterase should have their levels assessed.