Omega-3 Test Kit

The BrainMD Omega-3 Test Kit is a simple at-home blood spot test that measures the amount of EPA and DHA in your red blood cells to determine your Omega-3 Index. It gives you a clear picture of your omega-3 status, so you can understand where you stand and make more informed choices about your omega-3 intake.

Omega-3 fatty acids, especially EPA and DHA, are important for brain health. They help keep brain cell membranes healthy and flexible, supporting the signaling your brain relies on for memory, mood, and focus, making your omega-3 status an important number to know.*

OmegaQuant identifies an Omega-3 Index of 8-12% as the desirable range. Your Omega-3 Index reflects the amount of EPA and DHA in your red blood cells, so testing gives you a measurable baseline for understanding your omega-3 status.

Testing is the best way to know where your omega-3 levels actually stand. Eating fish or taking an omega-3 supplement doesn't guarantee your Omega-3 Index will be within the desirable range. The BrainMD Omega-3 Test Kit measures EPA and DHA in your red blood cells so you can see your current omega-3 status.

Yes. Taking an omega-3 supplement or eating fish doesn't guarantee your Omega-3 Index will fall within the desirable range. Testing shows you where your levels actually stand, even if you're already supplementing.

First, register your kit online using the barcode on your collection card. Then use the included lancet to collect one blood spot from your fingertip, let the sample dry, and mail it to the lab in the prepaid return envelope. Your sample is analyzed to determine your Omega-3 Index.

The Omega-3 Test Kit requires one blood spot collected in the center circle of the sample collection card. The sample is collected at home with a simple finger prick, so there's no traditional blood draw or lab visit required.

No, fasting is not required for this test. Follow the instructions included with your kit, or contact BrainMD Customer Care if you have questions before collecting your sample.

Your sample will be processed and your results sent to you in approximately 2-4 weeks. Be sure to register your kit before sending your sample, since registration is required to receive your results.

Your Omega-3 Index can change in as little as 3-4 months with changes to your omega-3 intake. Retesting can help you track how changes to your diet and supplementation affect your blood levels over time.

Your Omega-3 Index gives you a baseline you can use to make more informed decisions about your omega-3 intake. Depending on your results, you may choose to adjust your diet or omega-3 supplementation, including products like BrainMD Omega-3 Power, and retest over time to see how your levels respond. If you have questions about your results or what they mean for you, talk with your healthcare provider.

People with bleeding disorders or those taking blood thinners should consult their physician before using the Omega-3 Test Kit. If you have questions about whether testing is appropriate for you or how to interpret your results, talk with your healthcare provider.