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Tetracosanoic acid

Looking for an easy way to test and monitor your Tetracosanoic acid?
It's included in the HealthieOne Disease-Specific test.

Tetracosanoic acid

Explanation: Tetracosanoic acid is a saturated fatty acid which plays an important role in cell membrane structure and lipid metabolism pathways. Its high concentrations is associated with certain metabolic disorders.

Test purpose:

  • Detect disorders affecting very long-chain fatty acid metabolism like X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy.
  • Evaluate peroxisomal function and fatty acid oxidation capacity
  • Monitor nutritional status and assess fat metabolism abnormalities

Other information about this test: Mayo Clinic

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