Test your
Eicosapentaenoic acid
Looking for an easy way to test and monitor your Eicosapentaenoic acid?
It's included in the HealthieOne Complete test.
Eicosapentaenoic acid
Explanation: Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) is an omega-3 fatty acid primarily found in fatty fish (salmon, mackerel, sardines), fish oil supplements, and algae. It plays a vital role in reducing inflammation, supporting heart health, and improving brain function.
Test purpose: An EPA blood test helps assess:
- Cardiovascular health, as EPA helps lower triglycerides, reduce blood clot risk, and support heart function.
- Inflammatory conditions, since EPA has anti-inflammatory properties beneficial for arthritis, autoimmune diseases, and chronic inflammation.
- Omega-3 balance, to evaluate dietary intake and the ratio of omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acids.
- Metabolic and lipid health, particularly in individuals managing high cholesterol, or diabetes.
Other information about this test: Mayo Clinic, ARUP Laboratories, Mount Sinai, Cleveland Clinic
An aspect of Cardiovascular Health.