Elevated Circulating C4 Acylcarnitine Concentration C5872917
Elevated C4 acylcarnitine indicates a buildup of short-chain fatty acids, often detected in newborn screening. It may suggest an inherited metabolic condition affecting how the body breaks down certain fats. Management includes dietary adjustments and monitoring.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- E88.9
- ICD-11
- 5A00.0
- Body system
- metabolic
- Severity
- mild
- Chronic
- true
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