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3-OH-dodecanoylcarnitine
Looking for an easy way to test and monitor your 3-OH-dodecanoylcarnitine?
It's included in the HealthieOne Disease-Specific test.
3-OH-dodecanoylcarnitine
Explanation: 3-Hydroxydodecanoylcarnitine 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-hydroxydodecanoylcarnitine can indicate disruptions in fatty acid metabolism, most commonly associated with fatty acid oxidation disorders such as LCHAD deficiency.
Test Purpose: Detect 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
