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INTRODUCTION |
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Fatty acids are utilized as energy sources by being broken down through the beta-oxidation cycle to generate ATP. Since this reaction takes place within mitochondria, fatty acids must be transported into mitochondria, which is not directly possible because the mitochondrial membranes are not permeable to free fatty acids. Fatty acids require some carrier to enter mitochondria, and carnitine in the mitochondrial membranes is responsible for this role. |
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The Kainos-developed Carnitine “Kainos” is a reagent with superior stability and ease of use that measures the level of free carnitine based on an enzyme cycling method. |
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FEATURES |
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High sensitivity and accuracy based on an enzyme cycling method. |
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High level of substrate specificity of the enzyme used - eliminating unwanted interference by other similar substances. |
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Adaptable to automated systems ? large number of samples may be quickly processed. |
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