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What Are The Treatment Options For Low Carnitine Level?
I m a 28 year old male who just recently discovered problems with carnitine levels. My free carnitine is low at 19, my bound carnitine is 62 making my ratio a whopping 3.26. While I wait for results, I have several questions about treatment options...
Thu, 12 Dec 2019
Hello!
I would explain that it is necessary performing some tests in order to investigate for the possible causes underlying low carnitine plasma levels:
- Complete blood count
- CPK (muscle enzymes)
- Kidney and liver function tests, etc.
Sometimes, this is related to a genetic disorder or to malnutrition. In the meantime, I would recommend taking carnitine supplements.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
I would explain that it is necessary performing some tests in order to investigate for the possible causes underlying low carnitine plasma levels:
- Complete blood count
- CPK (muscle enzymes)
- Kidney and liver function tests, etc.
Sometimes, this is related to a genetic disorder or to malnutrition. In the meantime, I would recommend taking carnitine supplements.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
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