Total and Free Carnitine Test | Lahalak Platform
Do you suffer from persistent muscle fatigue? This test measures carnitine levels, essential for fat metabolism and energy production, helping optimize your heart health and vitality.
Scientific name: Total and Free Carnitine Test
Two laboratory tests measure the concentration of total carnitine and free carnitine in blood serum. Carnitine is an amino acid-like compound essential for transporting long-chain fatty acids into the mitochondria for conversion into energy. It is used to diagnose and monitor primary (genetic) or secondary carnitine deficiency and fatty acid oxidat...
Service type
Laboratory test (Blood)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
8-12 hours fasting
Included Services
- Measuring the level of total carnitine in blood serum.
- Measuring the level of free carnitine in blood serum.
- Calculate the percentage of esterified carnitine (acyl carnitine) and the percentage of acyl/free carnitine.
- Analyze the results with age-appropriate reference values.
- Consult a pediatric metabolic or endocrinologist to interpret the overall results.
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting for 8-12 hours (water is allowed) is required before the sample is taken. This is important because eating (especially fats) can temporarily affect the levels.
- Stop taking L-Carnitine supplements at least 48 hours before the examination, unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
- Inform your doctor about all medications and dietary supplements.
- It is preferable to collect the sample in the morning.
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