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Product Overview:

This test determines the patient’s risk for sudden cardiac death (SCD). Half of all fatal heart attacks are due to SCD which is defined as death within one hour of the event.  Most sudden cardiac deaths are due to cardiac arrhythmia. An adequate level of the omega-3’s EPA and especially DHA can reduce this risk by 90%. The HS-Omega-3 Index® measures the percentage of EPA and DHA levels in red blood cell membranes (RBC’s) which are highly correlated to myocardial membrane omega-3 levels. Most Americans have a 4% RBC omega-3 fatty acid percentage which represents normal risk; however an 8 % RBC level may reduce the risk of SCD by 90%. The HS-Omega-3 Index® is a great complement with the LPPTM test for cardiovascular risk reduction and the management and treatment of lipoprotein disorders. 

 

Components:

The HS-Omega-3® Index measures the percentage of EPA and DHA levels in red blood cell membranes (RBCs).  Most Americans have a 4% RBC omega-3 fatty acid percentage which represents normal risk; however an 8% RBC level may reduce the risk of sudden cardiac death by 90%.

 

Omega 3 Graphical Range

 

Omega 3 Numerical Chart


 

Collection/Packaging Instructions:

FASTING is REQUIRED (9-12 hours)

  1. Whole blood is required.
  2. Collect one purple top (EDTA) tube.
  3. Do not centrifuge or freeze.

 

Shipping Instructions:

  • Ship in the LPP kit or the micronutrient test kit provided
  • DO NOT PLACE THE SHIPMENT IN A DROP BOX.
  • DO NOT USE THE AUTOMATED SYSTEM WHEN CALLING FOR A PICKUP. SPEAK WITH A CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE.
  • Call Fed Ex for courier pickup ASAP at 800-463-3339, but no later than 3:00PM, Monday-Friday.
  • THE LABORATORY IS OPEN ON SATURDAYS TO RECEIVE SPECIMENS COLLECTED ON FRIDAYS.

 

Report Delivery:

Results are typically available within 7-10 business days.

Reports are delivered via general mail or electronically (read below for details).

 

To reduce delivery time and paper filing of your reports, you can now register for electronic report delivery Register by Filling out this form

 

*HIPAA aware: Electronic delivery system is completely confidential and secure.

 

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