Essential Fatty Acids (Red Cell)

Fatty acid imbalances can be a causative factor in a variety of chronic health conditions. The Essential Fatty Acids Profile assesses the critical balance between essential Omega-6 and Omega-3 fatty acids. The Fatty Acids Profile  can indicate the need for fatty acid supplementation and/or dietary modification.

You can’t manage what you don’t measure. Omega-3, omega-6 and trans fats all play a role in your health and are related to risk for heart disease. Tracking these numbers can help you optimize them for your health. The Omega-3 Index, Trans Fat Index, Omega-6/Omega-3 ratio and AA/EPA ratio all respond to what you eat. You can change your numbers simply by changing what your eat. Everyone responds differently to lifestyle changes so the only way to know how your blood levels respond is to test. We recommend testing and re-testing every 4 months to confirm you are getting the right mix of fats in your diet.

Test details

• Test code: 5011
• Category: Nutritional Analysis
• Kit requirements: EDTA or Blood Spot (Fasting)
• Collection method: CI05.25.01
• Test method: GCMS (Gas chromatography mass-spectrometry)
• Turnaround time: 12-14 Business Days

What is measured

• Omega-6 fatty acids
  • AA
  • DPA
  • DTA
  • EDA
  • GLA
  • LA
• AA:EPAO
• Omega-3 fatty acids
  • ALA
  • DHA)
  • DPA
  • EPA
• Monounsaturated fats
• Omega-3 Index
• Omega-3:Omega-6
• Omega-6:Omega-3
• Saturated fats
• Total Monounsaturated fats
• Total Omega-3
• Total Omega-6
• Total Omega-9
• Total Saturated fats
• Total Trans fats
• Trans fat Index

Common clinical applications

• Skin and Dermatological Health
  • Allergies, eczema, psoriasis
• Autoimmune and Immune System
  • Autoimmune disorders
• Cardiovascular Health
  • Cardiovascular disease, hypertension, stroke
• Endocrine and Hormonal Health
  • Diabetes
• Other Health Conditions
  • Eye health
  • Joint health
• Mental and Emotional Health
  • Mental health
• Reproductive Health
  • Pre-natal and infant health

Resources

• Patient Brochure
• Sample Report

This test should be ordered and interpreted with guidance from a qualified healthcare practitioner.

Important: Test information is general only. Results should be interpreted with a qualified health practitioner and do not replace medical advice or diagnosis.