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3-OH-hexadecanoylcarnitine
Looking for an easy way to test and monitor your 3-OH-hexadecanoylcarnitine?
It's included in the HealthieOne Disease-Specific test.
3-OH-hexadecanoylcarnitine
Explanation: 3-Hydroxyhexadecanoylcarnitine is a compound naturally produced in the body during the breakdown of fatty acids for energy. It plays a role in energy metabolism. Elevated levels of 3-hydroxyhexadecanoylcarnitine can indicate disruptions in fatty acid metabolism, most commonly associated with fatty acid oxidation disorders such as LCHAD deficiency.
Test Purpose: Detect long-chain fatty acid oxidation disorders, particularly LCHAD deficiency.
Other information about this test: Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, ARUP Laboratories, The University of Iowa, Department of Pathology
