Test & specimen information
Carnitine - free and total
Overview
Carnitine is used by the body's cells to process fats and produce energy. This test looks at the amount of usable or 'free' carnitine compared to the total amount in a patient's blood. Carnitine deficiency may occur secondary to some medications and treatments and monitoring carnitine levels may be appropriate.
Test type
Biochemistry
Turnaround time
14 working days
Cost
$100