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Biosynthesis and Metabolism of Carnitine

Departments of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, GA

Tom O. Abney, PhD

Department of Physiology and Endocrinology Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, GA

David F. Lapp, PhD

Departments of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, GA

This review article presents the biosynthesis, metabolism, sources, levels, and general functions of carnitine. Emphasis is placed on the expression of carnitine deficiency and insufficiency as well as the causes of these conditions. The various functions of carnitine are discussed as they may relate to disease treatment. (J Child Neurol 1995;10(Suppl):2S3-2S7).

Journal of Child Neurology, Vol. 10, No. 2 suppl, 2S3-2S7 (1995)
DOI: 10.1177/088307389501000202


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