These traces were produced by a time-domain reflectometer made from common lab equipment connected to approximately 100 feet (30 m) of coaxial cable having a characteristic impedance of 50 ohms. The propagation velocity of this cable is approximately 66 % of the speed of light in a vacuum.
Metabolic problems such as hypothyroidism (low thyroid hormone), diabetic ketoacidosis (build-up of ketones in the body), and electrolyte imbalances can also trigger rhabdomyolysis. Other genetic disorders that can lead to rhabdomyolysis include: 1  carnitine deficiency. 2  McArdleâs disease. 3  lactate dehydrogenase deficiency.
Rhabdomyolysis may be caused by injury or other any condition that damages skeletal muscle. Problems that may lead to this disease include: 1  Trauma or crush injuries. 2  Use of drugs such as cocaine, amphetamines, statins, heroin, or PCP. 3  Genetic muscle diseases. 4  Extremes of body temperature. 5  Ischemia or death of muscle tissue. 6  Low phosphate levels. 7  Seizures or muscle tremors.