Carnitine

Clinical Chemistry

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Description

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Sample Type

Plasma, Lithium Heparin, minimum 0.5 mL separated. (Serum, SST/Gel and fluoride possible). Urine, plain, minimum 5 mL (must be accompanied by blood sample).

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Turnaround Time

Within 1 week

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External Notes

Sent to: Department of Clinical Pathology and Neonatal Screening, Sheffield Children's Hospital PLEASE NOTE: for virtually all clinical purposes an acylcarnitine profile with free carnitine is a more thorough investigation and likely to provide better clinical information. For more information contact Sheffield Children's Hospital Laboratory.

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