Description

Evaluate your essential fatty acid balance for heart, brain, and inflammation support

This specialized blood test measures key Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids, which play critical roles in cardiovascular health, inflammation regulation, brain function, and cellular repair. It is commonly used to assess baseline fatty acid status or to monitor the effectiveness of omega-3 supplementation and dietary changes.

Essential fatty acids must be obtained through food or supplements, and maintaining the right balance—especially between Omega-3 and Omega-6—is crucial for long-term health.

Why This Test Is Important

Modern diets tend to be heavy in Omega-6s (pro-inflammatory) and low in Omega-3s (anti-inflammatory), which can increase the risk of:

  • Cardiovascular disease
  • Chronic inflammation
  • Cognitive decline
  • Hormonal imbalance
  • Autoimmune or metabolic conditions

Testing helps identify imbalances that might not show up in routine labs—even in people with healthy cholesterol or triglyceride levels.

Ideal For Individuals Who:

  • Are taking fish oil or omega-3 supplements and want to monitor effectiveness
  • Have inflammatory conditions, including arthritis or autoimmune disease
  • Are concerned about heart health or metabolic syndrome
  • Follow a vegetarian, vegan, or low-fat diet
  • Want to optimize brain health, mood, or cognitive performance
  • Experience skin issues, hormone imbalance, or fatigue

What This Test Measures

This panel includes the following biomarkers:

EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid)

An Omega-3 that supports heart health and anti-inflammatory activity.

DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid)

An Omega-3 critical for brain development, vision, and cognitive function.

DPA (Docosapentaenoic Acid)

An intermediary between EPA and DHA, with overlapping cardiovascular benefits.

🧪 EPA + DHA + DPA

Combined total of the three most important Omega-3s.

AA (Arachidonic Acid)

An Omega-6 that contributes to inflammatory responses—needed in small amounts but harmful in excess.

LA (Linoleic Acid)

A common Omega-6 found in vegetable oils; excessive intake may promote inflammation.

Omega-6 / Omega-3 Ratio

Assesses your overall inflammatory balance—ideal ratios are typically between 2:1 and 4:1.

AA / EPA Ratio

A powerful marker of inflammation and cardiovascular risk.

Total Omega-3

Sum of all Omega-3 fatty acids.

Total Omega-6

Sum of all Omega-6 fatty acids.

Testing your Omega-3 and Omega-6 balance is one of the best ways to personalize your approach to inflammation, heart health, and cognitive performance. Whether you're supplementing or optimizing your diet, this panel helps ensure your efforts are making a measurable impact.

Fasting not required.