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OmegaCheck
Quest Diagnostics1 test optionFrom $52.50
OmegaCheck
Quest DiagnosticsCatalog information reviewed: August 24, 2026 by the Sunridge Medical clinical team.
What this laboratory test evaluates
OmegaCheck®
This test is designed for individuals who may have high cholesterol, high triglycerides, high blood pressure, or are at high risk for heart or metabolic diseases. It helps in assessing the risk and managing the conditions effectively.
Who should consider this test?This test is particularly useful for individuals with: • High cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia)
• High triglycerides (hypertriglyceridemia)
• High blood pressure (hypertension)
• High metabolic or cardiovascular risk
What type of sample is required for this test?1 mL whole blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube
Test ResourcesNot available
Additional test information
OmegaCheck® may be performed on individuals with hypercholesterolemia, hypertriglyceridemia, hypertension, and/or those high metabolic or cardiovascular risk.
Collection and processing
- Sample type: Whole blood
- Fasting: No
- Estimated laboratory processing: Due to backorders with Quest, results should be available 20 – 25 business days after the sample is collected
How Sunridge uses laboratory information
Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.
Before requesting this test
Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.
Common questions about this laboratory test
- What sample does this test require?
- The listed sample type is Whole blood. Confirm current collection instructions in the approved order.
- Does this test require fasting?
- The current catalog record lists fasting as: No. Follow the instructions supplied with the approved order.
- How long does laboratory processing usually take?
- Due to backorders with Quest, results should be available 20 – 25 business days after the sample is collected. Timing can change after collection or if a laboratory requires additional review.
About this test
OmegaCheck®
This test is designed for individuals who may have high cholesterol, high triglycerides, high blood pressure, or are at high risk for heart or metabolic diseases. It helps in assessing the risk and managing the conditions effectively.
Who should consider this test?This test is particularly useful for individuals with: • High cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia)
• High triglycerides (hypertriglyceridemia)
• High blood pressure (hypertension)
• High metabolic or cardiovascular risk
What type of sample is required for this test?1 mL whole blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube
Test ResourcesNot available
Additional details
OmegaCheck® may be performed on individuals with hypercholesterolemia, hypertriglyceridemia, hypertension, and/or those high metabolic or cardiovascular risk.
Highlighted health areas
- Cardiovascular
- Nutrition
Biomarkers and report focus
The exact analytes and report format can change. Confirm the current contents in the Fullscript order before payment.
- Linoleic Acid
- Arachidonic Acid
- Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)
- Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)
- Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)
- Omega 6, Total
- Omega 3 Total
- EPA+DPA+DHA
- Omega 6/Omega 3 Ratio
- Arachidonic Acid/EPA Ratio