Omega 3 & 6 Fatty Acids Home Test Kit
Assess the ratio of these essential fatty acids
Omega 3 & 6 Fatty Acids Home Test Kit
Assess the ratio of these essential fatty acids
£99.00
Includes FREE delivery!
It is easy to assume a generally healthy diet is covering the basics. Essential fatty acids are different because your body cannot make omega 3 or omega 6, and you cannot reliably judge intake by feel.
This test measures your omega 3 and omega 6 levels, plus the omega 6 to omega 3 ratio. You get a clear view of whether your current diet is providing the balance your body depends on, so you can adjust with confidence.
If you want certainty rather than guesswork, this test is a simple way to get objective numbers and decide what to do next.
How would you like to take your test?
How would you like to take your test?
What the Omega 3 & 6 Fatty Acids test is for
It is easy to assume your diet is covering the basics, especially when you feel broadly well. Essential fatty acids are different. Your body cannot make omega 3 or omega 6, so your levels depend on what you eat, and the balance between them is not something you can accurately sense day to day.
This home blood test measures your omega 3 and omega 6 levels and calculates the omega 6 to omega 3 ratio. Together, these results give a clearer picture of whether your current intake is providing the balance your body relies on, or whether it may be worth adjusting your diet to better match your needs.
Using a home test kit for testing from home gives you objective numbers rather than guesswork, so any changes you choose to make can be based on evidence, tracked over time, and aligned with how you actually eat.
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What's included in your test?
Your test kit will contain the following sample types which the laboratory will use to test your sample:
The following sample guidance is required for this test, please follow carefully:
- One easy self-collection sample
- Your sample should be collected in the morning in a fasted state: i.e. without eating or drinking anything except water for 8 - 12 hours beforehand.
Get tested fast with a home test kit, using a finger-prick blood sample. Collect easily with no needles, with free priority postage to an accredited laboratory.
You can also opt for a clinic visit, for professional sample collection by experienced staff, in a comfortable & caring environment.
This Omega 3 & 6 Fatty Acids test measures the following biomarkers to assess the ratio of these essential fatty acids.
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Learn how the self collection process works, what's in the kit, and your options for clinic and home nurses visits.
How this works ›Why take the Omega 3 & 6 Fatty Acids test?
Best suited for anyone who wants to check whether their diet is providing enough omega 3 and omega 6, and whether the balance between them is where it should be.
Useful if you eat little oily fish, follow a plant-based diet, take fish oil or algae supplements, or regularly eat foods high in omega 6 and want objective numbers rather than assumptions.
A practical choice if you are making dietary changes and want to track whether your omega 6 to omega 3 ratio is moving in the right direction over time.
- Are making dietary changes and want to track omega-6 to omega-3 ratio over time
- Are on any restrictive diet (vegans & vegetarian especially)
- Eat a diet high in omega-6-rich foods (e.g., seed oils/processed foods) and want to assess omega-6:omega-3 balance
- Eat little or no oily fish and want to check omega-3 status
- Take fish oil or algae omega-3 supplements and want to confirm they are improving levels
- Want objective numbers rather than guesswork about omega 3 and omega 6 intake
Order your Omega 3 & 6 Fatty Acids test and get the insights you need to feel your best.
Expert Analysis In An Accredited Laboratory
Once your sample reaches the UKAS-accredited lab, the magic begins. But this isn't simple science – we insist on state-of-the-art automated technology to ensure your results are processed with unmatched accuracy and efficiency.
- UKCA marked test kits for full regulatory compliance.
- IVDD certified diagnostics for total quality reassurance.
- Medically led UKAS accredited laboratory testing for accurate results.
Dr. Kate Bishop
Chief Scientific Officer
"All testing is conducted by healthcare professionals in a medically-led laboratory. Accredited lab testing is the best way to be confident that your test results are accurate. Get tested now for complete reassurance."
Delivery and results
The Omega 3 & 6 Fatty Acids test offers a Finger-prick blood home test kit, clinic visit or home nurse visit for sample collection. Kits are posted to your home free of charge.
Easily sampling from home or at a clinic offers you the most convenient and stress-free way to get tested. Your test also includes free 24 hour tracked sample return to the laboratory.
1. Order Your Test
2. Post Your Samples
3. Get Your Results
Omega-3s are a group of fatty acids (a.k.a. lipids) essential for life, and part of the composition of vital organs of our body.
They are mostly found in oily fish, in addition to many seeds and oils such as flaxseed, walnut, or vegetable oils.
| Test | Result | Reference | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Omega-3 | 11 | Normal | |
11 Omega-3s are a group of fatty acids (a.k.a. lipids) essential for life, and part of the composition of vital organs of our body. They are mostly found in oily fish, in addition to many seeds and oils such as flaxseed, | |||
| Omega-6 | 82 | Normal | |
| Omega-6 to Omega-3 Ratio | 2:1 | See Below | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Home test kits contain full instructions and everything you need to safely collect and return your sample. Please see the following details relating to this test below:
- One easy self-collection sample
- Your sample should be collected in the morning in a fasted state: i.e. without eating or drinking anything except water for 8 - 12 hours beforehand.
We also have a guide on how to collect a high quality sample which you may find useful.
The Vitall test is available online for just £99.00. Your home test kit will be dispatched by free first class post for delivery to your door.
When you checkout to buy your Omega 3 & 6 Fatty Acids test online we also offer additional options, including:
- Visit the Patient Reception in central London for just £35. Your Omega 3 & 6 Fatty Acids test sample can be collected by a qualified nurse for immediate analysis.
- Have a nurse visit you to collect the sample for your Omega 3 & 6 Fatty Acids test, this is nationwide for just £79.
Whichever option you choose at checkout, buying the best Omega 3 & 6 Fatty Acids test online in the UK with Vitall ensures high quality results from an accredited laboratory.
Take control of your health today with one of Vitall’s home blood tests.
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Dr. Shahzaib Ahmad MBBS, BSc, MRCP, FRCA, FFICM
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