Description
L-Carnitine 1200mg/mL
L-Carnitine is a naturally occurring amino acid derivative studied for its role in carrying long-chain fatty acids into the mitochondria. It comes as a ready-to-use 10mL solution at 1200mg per mL.
What is L-Carnitine?
L-Carnitine (levocarnitine) is a small, water-soluble compound the body makes from the amino acids lysine and methionine. In research it is best known as the main transporter in the “carnitine shuttle,” the system that moves long-chain fatty acids across the inner mitochondrial membrane so they can be oxidized for energy. Guardian Labs supplies it as a concentrated, lot-verified solution so every vial has the same concentration from one experiment to the next.
Pathways L-Carnitine is studied in
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Fatty-acid transportWorks with CPT1 and CPT2 to carry long-chain fatty acids into mitochondria for beta-oxidation |
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Acetyl-CoA bufferingForms acetyl-L-carnitine, helping balance acetyl-CoA and free CoA inside the cell |
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Energy metabolismStudied in models of mitochondrial function and how cells use energy substrates |
Specifications
| Compound | L-Carnitine (levocarnitine) |
| Format | Solution, 10mL vial |
| Concentration | 1200mg per mL |
| Total per vial | 12,000mg |
| Reconstitution | Not required |
Quality and testing
Each vial is lot-verified. The certificate of analysis for the current lot is available on our Certificates of Analysis page.
Frequently asked questions
What concentration is it?
1200mg of L-Carnitine per mL, or 12,000mg in the full 10mL vial.
Is it a powder or a liquid?
A ready-made 10mL solution, so no reconstitution is needed.
What is L-Carnitine studied for?
Mainly fatty-acid transport, mitochondrial energy metabolism and acetyl-CoA balance.
Research Use OnlyFor laboratory research use only. Not for human consumption. Must be 21+ to purchase. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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