Adipate

ChemistryAlso known as: Adipic acidAlso known as: hexanedioic acidmmol/mol creatinine

Detects adipate in serum or plasma as a marker of fatty acid metabolism.

Normal Range
0 – 19
mmol/mol creatinine
Abnormal Levels
< 0 mmol/mol creatinine
> 19 mmol/mol creatinine
Specimen Type
Blood

Why This Biomarker Matters

Elevated adipate can indicate disorders of fat metabolism and energy production. Identifying these metabolic abnormalities allows for dietary management and medical intervention to optimize energy availability.

Optimal Ranges

Clinician-defined 4-point reference thresholds (mmol/mol creatinine)

Default Range

0
0
19
19
Low
0 mmol/mol creatinine
Borderline Low
0 mmol/mol creatinine
Optimal
19 mmol/mol creatinine
Borderline High
19 mmol/mol creatinine

Overview

Adipate is an organic acid detected in urine as a screening marker for certain metabolic disorders, particularly those affecting fatty acid oxidation and energy metabolism. Elevated urinary adipate may indicate disorders of beta-oxidation or other metabolic dysfunction. This test is typically ordered as part of specialized metabolic screening in patients with unexplained fatigue, developmental delays, or metabolic symptoms. Results are interpreted alongside other organic acids and clinical context.

Technical Information (LOINC Codes)

Standardized laboratory codes for this biomarker

75087-7Primary
Adipate [Moles/volume] in Serum or Plasma
umol/L
26751-8
Adipate [Presence] in Urine
1733-5
Adipate [Mass/volume] in Urine
ug/mL
43609-7
Adipate [Presence] in 24 hour Urine

Available Lab Tests

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Urinary Organic Acids

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