Carnitine, Total and Free Labcorp

This carnitine test checks your levels of carnitine, a nutrient important for energy production, which can help identify why you're experiencing symptoms like fatigue or muscle weakness. By measuring total and free carnitine, we can determine if a deficiency might be causing your symptoms and guide appropriate treatment. Ordering this test from Defy Medical provides a convenient way to get these results and discuss them with your doctor.

Finding the cause(s) of:

• Developmental delay: Carnitine is essential for brain development, and low levels can contribute to developmental delays.
• Fatigue: Carnitine helps your body produce energy, so low levels can lead to persistent fatigue.
• Muscle pain: Carnitine is involved in muscle energy metabolism, and deficiency can cause muscle pain or cramping.
• Muscle weakness: Low carnitine levels can impair muscle function, leading to weakness.
• Poor growth: Carnitine plays a role in overall metabolism and growth, and deficiency can contribute to poor growth in children.
• Seizures: Carnitine deficiency can affect brain function and has been linked to seizures in some individuals.