Omega-3 Index

How High Is Your Omega-3 Index (O3i)?

The Omega-3 Index (O3i) Plus Test measures fatty acid levels in the blood and reports Omega-3, Omega-6 and trans fat blood levels. Omega-3, Omega-6 and trans fats all play a role in your health and are related to risk for a variety of issues. Tracking these numbers can help you optimize them for your health.

How High Is Your Omega-3 Index (O3i)?

Omega-3 Index Calculator

How much EPA+DHA do you need daily to reach a healthy blood level?

4.0%
1% Low <4% Target 8% 12%
Recommended Daily EPA+DHA
2,200 mg/day
0 mg3,200 mg

Aim For 8% Or Higher

A lower index is indicative of high Omega-6 levels, which may raise your risks of heart disease, arthritis, asthma and other chronic inflammatory diseases.

Raising your Omega-3 Index to the desirable zone of 8% will help ensure you are getting enough of the right Omega-3s (EPA and DHA) to protect your health.

What effect does a high Omega-3 Index have on our body?

People with higher Omega-3 Indexes have lowered risk of:

  • Heart disease
  • Arthritis
  • Cancer
  • Diabetes
  • Asthma
  • Many other chronic inflammatory diseases

By The Numbers

8-12% is an ideal Omega-3 Index
1.2% is common of a Western diet
< 4% is considered higher coronary risk

How can I tell what my Omega-3 Index is?

Your Omega-3 Index is determined via a simple test

1

Order Your Test

Tests can be ordered by your physician through Quest Diagnostics.

2

Collect Sample

Follow the simple instructions included in your kit to collect a small dried blood spot sample.

3

Get Results

Receive your detailed results report showing your Omega-3 Index and other key fatty acid levels.

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Alternatively, you can order a physician-administered test

If you'd prefer to have your physician handle testing, Omega-6/3 Ratio tests can be ordered by your physician through Quest Diagnostics.

Please feel free to contact your physician for additional details.

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