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Blood draw

Omega-3 Fatty Acid Profile

Omega-3 fatty acids; EPA, DHA and Omega-3 Index in red blood cells.

€ 85,00
  • No GP referral needed
  • Accredited laboratories
  • Thousands of clients before you
  • 1,000+ collection locations in the Netherlands

Blood collection at collection point

How it works

  1. 01

    Order your test

    After your order you receive instructions by email

  2. 02

    Schedule your appointment

    Make an appointment at a collection point near you

  3. 03

    Visit the collection point

    Blood collection at 1,000+ locations across the Netherlands

  4. 04

    Receive your result

    Digitally by email once the analysis is complete.

See how it works

Blood collection at collection point

How it works

See how it works
  1. 01

    Order your test

    After your order you receive instructions by email

  2. 02

    Schedule your appointment

    Make an appointment at a collection point near you

  3. 03

    Visit the collection point

    Blood collection at 1,000+ locations across the Netherlands

  4. 04

    Receive your result

    Digitally by email once the analysis is complete.

See how it works

What is an Omega-3 Fatty Acid Profile?

An Omega-3 Fatty Acid Profile is a comprehensive blood test that measures the amount of omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) present in your red blood cells. The test not only shows the Omega-3 Index (the percentage of EPA + DHA), but also the individual values of EPA and DHA, plus the total fatty acid profile.

Why would you get an Omega-3 Fatty Acid Profile?

Testing your omega-3 status provides an objective picture of your omega-3 fatty acids. It helps you to:

  • Determine whether you're getting enough omega-3 through diet or supplements
  • Better assess your risk of cardiovascular disease
  • Monitor the effectiveness of omega-3 supplementation
  • Receive targeted dietary and supplementation advice

What does the test measure exactly?

An Omega-3 Fatty Acid Profile measures the following values:

  • EPA (Eicosapentaenoic acid) - An omega-3 fatty acid with anti-inflammatory properties (norm: >9.1 mg/l)
  • DHA (Docosahexaenoic acid) - An omega-3 fatty acid important for brain and eye health (norm: >61 mg/l)
  • Omega-3 Index - The total percentage of EPA + DHA in red blood cells (optimal: >8.0%)
  • Total fatty acids - The total amount of fatty acids in your blood (norm: 1384-2387 mg/l)

How do you interpret the results?

Omega-3 Index values:

  • >8% - Optimal: excellent protection for heart and blood vessels
  • 6-8% - Moderate: reasonable protection, but improvement possible
  • 4-6% - Suboptimal: increased risk, supplementation recommended
  • <4% - Deficient: significantly increased risk of heart disease

What does a high Omega-3 Index mean?

An Omega-3 Index of 8% or higher is considered optimal and indicates that you:

  • Are getting sufficient omega-3 fatty acids through diet or supplements
  • Have a lower risk of cardiovascular disease
  • Have better protection against inflammation
  • Have optimal support for brain function and cognition

What does a low Omega-3 Index mean?

An Omega-3 Index below 8% indicates suboptimal status and may mean that you:

  • Are consuming too little fatty fish or omega-3 supplements
  • Have an increased risk of cardiovascular disease
  • May be more susceptible to inflammation
  • Could benefit from increasing your omega-3 intake through diet (fatty fish such as salmon, herring, mackerel) or supplements

What do you receive after the test?

After the blood draw, you receive a comprehensive report with:

  • Your personal measurements with clear reference values
  • Visual graphs comparing your values to the norm
  • Detailed explanation of each measured parameter
  • Concrete supplementation advice if needed, including product recommendations with dosage
  • Dietary advice to improve your omega-3 status through nutrition

Indication-specific evidence

This test has clinical value for specific complaints or indications, but is not intended as screening without symptoms.

Rationale for this test

Deze test meet de omega-3 vetzuren (EPA en DHA) in rode bloedcellen en geeft de Omega-3 Index weer. Omega-3 vetzuren hebben een bewezen gunstig effect op de vetsamenstelling van het bloed en worden in Nederlandse richtlijnen genoemd bij specifieke aandoeningen zoals hartfalen en cardiovasculair risicomanagement. De test heeft klinische waarde bij het monitoren van omega-3 status, maar is niet opgenomen als standaard-screeningstest voor de algemene bevolking zonder specifieke indicatie.

Sources consulted

Dutch clinical guidelines and healthcare organisations

  • Hartfalen - NHG-Richtlijnen
  • Voeding bij CVRM - Richtlijn - Richtlijnendatabase
  • Ik heb droge macula-degeneratie | Thuisarts

Independent information sources

We recommend consulting these independent sources before ordering a preventive health check.

  • Client brochure PGO (NVvPG, September 2023)

    Brochure on preventive health checks: careful choice, reliability, pros and cons, checklist.

  • RIVM — Health tests

    Independent information about preventive health checks from the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment.

  • Thuisarts.nl

    Reliable patient information about illnesses and complaints from Dutch GPs (NHG).

  • Allesovertesten.nl (NVKC)

    Public-facing website of the Dutch Society for Clinical Chemistry with explanations of blood tests and laboratory values.

Frequently asked questions

Answers to what people usually want to know.

How does it work from order to result?

After ordering we generate a referral letter and email you the instructions. You pick a collection point yourself and book an appointment there. Blood is drawn at the location, processed at the lab, and your result arrives digitally.

How quickly can I get tested?

Often within a few working days. How soon you can be seen depends on how busy the location is and the type of analysis. For specialist analyses we first ship collection materials, which takes a bit longer.

Do I need to book an appointment?

At most collection points yes. Some accept walk-ins. This is clearly indicated per location. You choose the location that works best for you.

Do I need to fast before the test?

That depends on the test. Whether fasting is required, and from what time, is clearly stated in the instructions you receive after ordering. No surprises at the counter.

When and how do I receive my result?

It varies per analysis: from same-day to a few working days. Standard values often come back quickly; analyses that go to an external lab can take a bit longer. You get an email with a link to your digital result, including a short explanation per value.

Where can I go for collection?

We work with 1,000+ collection points across the Netherlands. After ordering you'll see which locations near you are available and you pick where you'd like to go.

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