How fish oil fatty acids appear in your blood
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at how omega-3 fatty acids (healthy fats found in fish oil) are carried in your blood. You will take a fish oil supplement and have blood tests to see how your body processes these fats.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 20 and 50 years old.
- You should not be taking fish oil or omega-3 supplements (like flaxseed oil) at least a month before the study.
- You should eat fatty fish (like salmon, sardines, or mackerel) no more than twice a month before the study.
- You must be willing to avoid omega-3 supplements and seafood during the study.
- You cannot be pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You should not have serious health conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, pancreatitis, inflammatory bowel disease, or a history of cancer.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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