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Only two fatty acids (linoleic acid and α linolenic acid) must be taken in the diet. Linoleic acid is an omega-6 fatty acid plentiful in the diet and α-linolenic acid (e.g., flax seed oil) is an omega-3 fatty acid more difficult to obtain in modern Western diets. Theoretically, all other metabolic fatty acids can be made in the body from these two. However, low cofactor (vitamin and mineral) availability and low enzyme production may cause over or under production of derivative fatty acids. A blood essential fatty acid evaluation is the only way to determine adequacy of fatty acid intake and metabolism.
The Comprehensive Fatty Acids Test report includes 30 markers and total levels of saturated, monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, omega 3, omega 6, and fatty acids. The primary reason for this test is to determine if levels of essential fatty acids and other beneficial fatty acids are adequate. Additionally, peroxisomal and mitochondrial disorders of fatty acid metabolism can be determined. *This test is available only in the US and Canada.
The Essential Fatty Acids Test includes 17 markers, including levels of nutritionally important omega 3, omega 6, omega 9 fatty acids and saturated fatty acids
Comprehensive & Essential Fatty Acids Tests
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