Laboratory Medicine Program

Omega-3 Fatty Acid
(Fatty Acid profile)

Clinical Decription:
The Whole blood fatty acid test is a diagnostic test that analyzes the fatty acid composition of blood to determine fatty acid imbalance and the risk of developing Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) or dying from a cardiovascular related event.

Method: GC/FID; GC/FID

Component Tests Used: n/a

Reference Ranges Used:
Reference ranges for this test are not available online. However, they are included in all test results. For more information, please call us.

Specimen Type: whole blood -EDTA tube
Collected In: EDTA
Volume: 5 mL (minimum: 1 mL)

Shipping: whole blood -EDTA tube

Special Instructions: n/a

Testing Schedule(s): Biweekly.

Turnaround Time: 7-10 days

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For more information, call 416.340.5227 or 1.866.865.5227

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