For research use only. Not for human consumption.
L-Carnitine is an endogenously synthesized quaternary ammonium compound derived from the amino acids L-lysine and L-methionine.
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L-Carnitine is an endogenously synthesized quaternary ammonium compound derived from the amino acids L-lysine and L-methionine. It acts as an essential cofactor in cellular lipid metabolism, responsible for shuttle transport of long-chain fatty acids across the inner mitochondrial membrane for subsequent beta-oxidation and ATP energy production.
Mitochondrial Fatty Acid Transport: Studied for its role as the rate-limiting substrate for Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase-1 (CPT-1), enabling acyl-CoA entry into the mitochondrial matrix for fat oxidation.
Exercise Performance & Recovery: Evaluated in metabolic and sports science models for reducing intramuscular lactate accumulation, improving microvascular oxygenation, and alleviating post-exertional muscle soreness.
Androgen Receptor Density Modulation: Researched for its capacity to upregulate testicular and skeletal muscle androgen receptor (AR) expression, enhancing cellular responsiveness to circulating anabolic signaling.
To provide a pure amino acid derivative complex for investigating mitochondrial energy production, beta-oxidation rate dynamics, metabolic substrate utilization, and muscle tissue recovery mechanisms in laboratory research.
| Property | Details |
| Product Name | L-Carnitine |
| Product Category | Metabolic Cofactors & Amino Acid Derivatives |
| Compound Type | Quaternary Ammonium Compound (Levocarnitine) |
| Primary Goal | Mitochondrial lipid transport, beta-oxidation acceleration, and energy metabolism research |
| Form | Liquid solution / Lyophilized powder (vial) |
| Storage | Store at 15°C to 25°C (controlled room temperature) or 2°C to 8°C (refrigerated). Protect from direct light. |
| Intended Use | Laboratory Research Only |
| Dosage | 750MG |
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