Omega-3 and -6 Blood Test

Are you getting the right balance of healthy fats? Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids play a crucial role in heart health, brain function, and inflammation control, but an imbalance can contribute to chronic inflammation and cardiovascular risk.

  • At-home test
  • Doctor reviewed
Sample
Blood
Collection
At-home finger-prick or in-store clinic or home nurse visit or venous draw at clinic
Results in
16 days
Biomarkers
2
Doctor reviewed
Yes
Tests for
  • ARA : EPA
  • Omega 3 index

Test specifications

Provider
Medichecks
Sample type
blood
Collection method
at-home finger-prick or in-store clinic or home nurse visit or venous draw at clinic
Turnaround time
16 days
Biomarkers tested
2
At-home test
Yes
Doctor reviewed
Yes
Gender focus
Both

What's tested

2 biomarkers as listed by Medichecks.

Omega fatty acids

  • ARA : EPA
  • Omega 3 index

About this test

Are you getting the right balance of healthy fats? Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids play a crucial role in heart health, brain function, and inflammation control, but an imbalance can contribute to chronic inflammation and cardiovascular risk. This test measures your omega-3 and omega-6 levels, along with your Omega-3 Index, to help you optimise your diet for better health.

Description provided by Medichecks.

Our editorial score

Compare Health Test Score
Editorial confidence: 10.0/10

Score breakdown

  • Clarity and documentation 8.0/10

    The listing publishes a short description, the full biomarker list, a stated turnaround, clear collection options, the sample type; it does not state what the report looks like.

  • Clinical depth 8.3/10

    2 biomarkers, placing it in the 64th percentile of vitamins tests we track.

  • Collection convenience 8.0/10

    Can be done at home; with a venous or clinic option as well; a home nurse visit is offered; results in around 16 days.

  • Results and follow-up 7.0/10

    Results are reviewed by a doctor.

  • Trust signals 9.5/10

    Trustpilot 4.5 from 2,477 reviews; accredited lab (UKAS ISO 15189 partner labs); doctor review as standard; trading 25+ years.

  • Value for money 5.7/10

    £99.00 against a median of £85.00 for the 83 similarly sized vitamins tests we track (+16%).

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  • At-home test
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