Fatty acids.omega 6/Fatty acids.omega 3

ChemistryAlso known as: w6 FA/w3 FA BldAlso known as: w6 FA/w3 FA SerPl-sRto{ratio}

Measures the ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids in your blood.

Normal Range
4 – 10 {ratio}
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Abnormal Levels
Consult your provider
Specimen Type
Blood

Why This Biomarker Matters

This ratio reflects your dietary fat balance and inflammation status. A higher ratio may increase cardiovascular and inflammatory disease risk; optimizing it supports long-term metabolic and cardiovascular health.

Understanding Your Results

Normal Range

4 – 10 {ratio}

Overview

This test measures the ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids in your blood—both essential fats crucial for health. The ratio reflects your dietary balance: excessive omega-6 relative to omega-3 may promote inflammation, while a lower ratio is generally considered healthier. Modern diets often contain too much omega-6 (from vegetable oils, processed foods) and too little omega-3 (from fish, flaxseed). Optimizing this ratio supports heart, brain, and joint health.

Technical Information (LOINC Codes)

Standardized laboratory codes for this biomarker

48382-6Primary
Omega 6 fatty acids (w6)/Omega 3 fatty acids (w3) [Molar ratio] in Serum or Plasma
90910-1
Omega 6 fatty acids (w6)/Omega 3 fatty acids (w3) [Mass Ratio] in Blood
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