Lysine (Plasma)

Although rare, high levels may be due to lysine supplementation or impaired metabolism of lysine. Add vitamin C, niacin, vitamin B6, α-ketoglutarate and iron to enhance utilization of lysine.

- Vitamin C

- Niacin

- B6

- Iron

- α-KG

Low lysine levels may be caused by prolonged stress, too much arginine or histidine supplementation competing for absorption, or carnitine deficiency. Muscle weakness,
fatigue, or high serum triglycerides due to decreased fatty acid transport may result from low levels of carnitine and lysine.

Low levels can inhibit transamination of AA collagen synthesis.

Possible treatment: Carnitine

Lysine is found in great quantities in muscle tissues, stimulates calcium absorption, carnitine synthesis, and growth and repair of muscle tissue.