L-Carnitine 500mg/ml – 20ml
L-Carnitine is a quaternary ammonium compound biosynthesised from lysine and methionine. Its primary biochemical role is mitochondrial fatty acid transport (beta-oxidation shuttle). Widely studied in metabolic syndrome, exercise physiology, and cardiovascular cell research.
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≥99% HPLC purityThird-party tested · Discreet packaging · Ships from the EU
Specifications
- CAS
- 541-15-1
- MW
- 161.2 g/mol
- SKU
- LCAR-500-20ML
Usage Notes
This compound is intended exclusively for in vitro research. Refer to peer-reviewed literature for dosing protocols and experimental methodologies.
Disclaimer: Not for human or animal consumption. Not approved by EMA or FDA.
L-Carnitine 500mg/ml - 20ml
Research profile
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
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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.
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