MacBook Pro completely flat. Won't charge. Battery indication lights not working

My MacBook Pro late 2011 went flat through out the day, I left it open while I went out so it was working this morning. I come home to find it flat and unable to charge. When I plug the charger cable into my computer it faintly flashes from green to amber. Plus when I go to click the battery indicator button to see if it flashes to tell me that it needs recharging and doesn't work nothing shows up. Is it just the power adapter or my battery?? Help!?

Estellesol wrote:
My MacBook Pro late 2011
If you are still within your one year warranty, take the computer to an Apple store or an AASP. Whichever is more convenient for you.
If you have Apple Care, give them a call and get a case number.

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