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L-Carnitine

34,99 €

CAS 541-15-1
SKU LCAR-500-20ML
For in vitro research use only. Not for human or animal consumption.

Overview

L-Carnitine (3-hydroxy-4-N,N,N-trimethylaminobutyric acid) is an endogenous molecule found in virtually all mammalian cells. Its core biochemical function – shuttling long-chain fatty acyl groups from the cytosol into the mitochondrial matrix for beta-oxidation – makes it a central subject in metabolic and energy research.

Key Research Areas

  • Mitochondrial Fatty Acid Transport: Forms acylcarnitine esters that traverse the inner mitochondrial membrane via the carnitine translocase system, enabling long-chain fatty acid oxidation.
  • Metabolic Syndrome Models: Extensively studied in insulin resistance, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), and lipid dysregulation cell models.
  • Energy Metabolism Research: Examines carnitine role in modulating the acetyl-CoA/CoA ratio and lactate accumulation under high-intensity metabolic conditions.
  • Cardiovascular Cell Research: Cardiomyocyte studies have explored its role in protecting against ischaemia-reperfusion injury through mitochondrial membrane potential maintenance.

Specifications

  • Molecular Formula: C7H15NO3
  • Molecular Weight: 161.20 g/mol
  • CAS: 541-15-1
  • Concentration: 500 mg/mL
  • Volume: 20 mL
  • Purity: ≥99% (HPLC verified)
  • Form: Aqueous solution

For in vitro laboratory research use only. Not for human or animal administration.