Essential & Metabolic Fatty Acids Analysis

What this laboratory test evaluates

The Essential & Metabolic Fatty Acids Analysis evaluates the levels of essential and non-essential red blood cell membrane fatty acids important in metabolism and cellular function. This test can indicate the need for fatty acid supplementation or dietary modifications.

Collection and processing

• Sample type: Whole blood
• Fasting: Yes
• Estimated laboratory processing: Results should arrive 21 business days after the lab receives samples.

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.