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Decarboxylated Enoyl-CoA Reductase Activity in Serum (or Plasma)

Published: August 9, 2026Updated: August 16, 2026

This test measures the activity of a specific enzyme involved in fatty acid metabolism, which helps assess how well your body breaks down certain fats. It may be used in research or specialized diagnostic contexts.

Quick summary

["This test may help evaluate mitochondrial function in fatty acid processing."]

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Key facts at a glance

LOINC
88025-2
Short code
Tdecenoylcarn/C0 DBS-sRto
Synonyms
Tdecenoylcarn/C0 DBS-sRto
Category
chemistry
Sample
serum
Container
Red-top tube (SST)
Units
N/A
Fasting
false
Population
adult
Sex
all
Age range
18–65 years
Specimen volume
5 mL
Stability
Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
Hemolysis max
500
Lipemia max
1000
Icterus max
500
TAT
4–24 hours
Order
routine

What Does This Test Measure?

The test evaluates the enzymatic activity of decarboxylated enoyl-CoA reductase, an enzyme critical for the second step of the beta-oxidation pathway in fatty acid metabolism. This process converts fatty acids into energy, and dysfunction here can affect overall metabolic health.

Why Might This Test Be Ordered?

This test may be used in advanced metabolic studies, genetic testing, or research settings to investigate mitochondrial disorders or fatty acid metabolism defects. It is not routinely performed for general health screening.

What Does a Result Mean?

Results are not typically interpreted in isolation for clinical decisions. They may be compared to baseline or research-specific standards depending on the clinical context, such as genetic testing or specialized metabolic evaluations.

Common Causes for Testing

Testing for this enzyme activity is generally reserved for patients with suspected mitochondrial disorders, fatty acid oxidation defects, or those undergoing specialized metabolic research studies.

Clinical interpretation

How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.

Clinical Significance: Limited Routine Use

Short name

Enoyl-CoA Reductase Activity (Decarboxylated)

Frequently asked questions

How is this test performed?
This test involves collecting a blood sample (serum or plasma) and analyzing it for enzyme activity through specialized biochemical methods, often requiring precise laboratory techniques beyond standard clinical tests.
What are the typical reference ranges?
Reference ranges are not widely established for this test in routine clinical practice. Results are interpreted based on research protocols or specific clinical indications rather than general lab standards.
Could this test detect genetic conditions?
This test alone does not diagnose genetic conditions. It may be used as part of a broader metabolic or genetic evaluation, alongside other tests and clinical assessments.
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 16, 2026. · Read our editorial policy