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A3243G
mtDNA |
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An A to G point mutation
at position 3243 on the Mitochondrial DNA causes MELAS and MIDD. |
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ImagesCarnitine
This diagram shows the transport of fatty acids, by L-Carnitine, from the cytosol into the mitochondria for Oxidation and energy production, (i.e. ATP). Carnitine is required to transport fatty acids across the inner mitochondrial membrane. Courtesy of www.carnipure.com
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Author: Andy Collinson. Although I don't have any medical qualifications, as a sufferer of Diabetes, Deafness and Tinnitus caused by the A3243G mtDNA defect, I do have a very keen interest in the subject. Date Page Updated: 25 April 2005
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