Also Known As:
Carnitine [Serum]Carnitine
This profile evaluates the amount of carnitine in a patient's blood. Carnitine is a compound that helps the body convert fats into energy by transporting fatty acids to the mitochondria, where they are burned for energy. It helps evaluate patients for a variety of conditions, including organic acidemias, fatty acid oxidation disorders, primary carnitine deficiency, and secondary carnitine deficiency.
Includes 1 Test Parameters
Test Preparation:
No Special Preparation. Informed Consent Required.
Reporting TAT:
24 Hours