The Carnitine test measures the levels of carnitine and its derivatives in the blood. This test can help to identify issues in breaking down fat for energy, which can result in symptoms like fatigue and brain fog.
Carnitine is a metabolite that plays a crucial role in the metabolism of fat.
Total carnitine measures the levels of carnitine with fatty acids attached to it (esters) along with carnitine without fatty acids attached to it (free). Elevated levels suggest impairments in fatty acid metabolism, low levels suggest impairments in carnitine synthesis or poor dietary intake.
Free carnitine measures carnitine without fatty acids attached to it. Elevated levels suggest impairments in fatty acid metabolism, low levels suggest impairments in carnitine synthesis or poor dietary intake.
Carnitine esters measures carnitine with fatty acids attached to it. Elevated levels suggest impairments in fatty acid metabolism, low levels suggest impairments in carnitine synthesis or poor dietary intake.
The ratio of esterified to free carnitines is also measured, elevated levels suggest impairments in fatty acid metabolism.
Includes:
- Carnitine Esters
- Carnitine
- Free Carnitine
- Total Esterified/Free Ratio
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