The two most important families of fatty acids are the omega-3 and omega-6 families. In recent years the intake of omega-6 has dramatically increased due to the widespread use of vegetable oils, while consumption of omega-3 from foods such as oily fish has fallen. This means many people have an imbalance in their fatty acid profile.

Imbalances in the ratio of fatty acids in our cells are associated with a wide variety of health problems

• Inflammatory disorders
• Autoimmune disorders
• Frequent infections
• Arthritis and joint problems
• Cardiovascular disease
• Hormonal imbalances
• Dementia
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Behavioural problems
• Skin conditions such as eczema
• Brittle nails
• Dry hair
  
  

Even those with a healthy dietary balance of fatty acids may not be efficiently metabolising their fatty acids correctly. This can lead to an imbalanced fatty acid ratio because of poor conversion.

This test is recommended for people who have:

• An inflammatory condition or immune imbalance
• A joint problem
• Cardiovascular disease
• A skin condition, dry hair or brittle nails
• A cognitive, mood or behavioural disorder.
• Been supplementing with fatty acids for a long time and your symptoms have stopped improving or have worsened.
  
  

The Essential Fatty Acid Profile measures:

• Omega 3 fatty acids
• Omega 6 fatty acids
• Omega 7 fatty acids
• Omega 9 fatty acids
• Monounsaturated fatty acids
• Saturated fats
• Trans fats
• Delta 6 desaturase activity – which controls essential fatty acid conversion
• Cardiovascular risk:
  • Omega 6: Omega 3
  • Arachadonic acid : EPA
  • Omega 3 index
    
    

The Essential Fatty Acid Profile is a blood test that requires a blood sample.

Recommendations for phlebotomy services will be provided after the order has been received.  Prices for these services vary depending on your location.

Your sample needs to be sent using guaranteed next day delivery or via courier – (not included in price).

10 working days.

An overnight fast is required – please drink water only.

2 years +

1. Order Your Test with an Optional Consultation
   We will be sent your results first and will then dispatch them to you. We offer a service to interpret your results and provide you with recommendations to improve any findings within them. This requires a consultation which can be added to your order at the time of booking.
2. Collect Your Sample at Home
   Every test comes with clear instructions on how to collect your samples.
3. Return Your Test
   Once you’ve collected your sample, simply return it to the lab. Your sample needs to be sent using guaranteed next-day delivery or via courier – (not included in price).
4. Analysis and Result Interpretation
   Once processed, your results will be sent to us. We can then provide you with this information directly.
5. Optional – Book a Consultation with Our Team
   Schedule a consultation with one of our team to discuss your results and develop a personalised treatment plan tailored to your needs. Our team will guide you through the findings and offer recommendations to target any of the finding in your test.