Malonate

ChemistryAlso known as: Malonate Ser-mCncAlso known as: Malonate SerPl-sCncAlso known as: Malonate Ur QlN/A

Detects malonate in serum or plasma as a marker of metabolic function.

Normal Range

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N/A

Abnormal Levels

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Specimen Type

Blood

Why This Biomarker Matters

Elevated malonate in urine can indicate inborn errors of metabolism or other metabolic disorders affecting energy production. Early detection allows for dietary management and medical intervention to prevent complications.

Overview

Malonate is an organic acid detected in urine as a screening marker for certain metabolic disorders, particularly those affecting energy metabolism and amino acid processing. Elevated urinary malonate may indicate inborn errors of metabolism or other metabolic dysfunction. This test is typically ordered as part of comprehensive metabolic screening in patients with unexplained developmental delays, failure to thrive, or metabolic symptoms. Results must be interpreted in clinical context with other metabolic markers.

Research & Evidence

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Metabolic engineering enablesto grow on 1,3-propanediol.

Synth Syst Biotechnol · 2026

PMID: 41536924Other

Structural insights into glycoside hydrolase family 1 β-glucosidase: Selective oligosaccharide hydrolysis, synthesis, and product profiling.

J Biol Chem · 2026

PMID: 41708005

Water-Soluble PdLBarrel for Binding of Versatile Hydrophobic Dyes and Visible-Light Promoted Catalysis in Aqueous Medium.

Angew Chem Int Ed Engl · 2026

PMID: 41778494

Impacts of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs on Phragmites australis root exudation throughout plant life cycle: Defense responses and phytoremediation potential.

J Environ Sci (China) · 2026

PMID: 41887884

Local Conformational Confinement and Dipole Engineering for Phase-Matchable Solar-Blind Ultraviolet Nonlinear Optical Crystals.

J Am Chem Soc · 2026

PMID: 41972304

Research data from MEDLINE/PubMed · 5 articles

Technical Information (LOINC Codes)

Standardized laboratory codes for this biomarker

75061-2Primary

Malonate [Moles/volume] in Serum or Plasma

umol/L

30478-2

Malonate [Presence] in Urine

2603-9

Malonate [Mass/volume] in Serum

mg/dL

45168-2

Malonate [Mass/volume] in Urine

mg/dL

Available Lab Tests

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