See Also: Omega-6 Fatty Acids(health)
fatty acids, omega-3(medicine)
Omega-3 Fatty Acids(health)
Fatty acids,omega-3(health)
omega 3 fatty acids(medicine)
omega-3 fatty acid desaturase(medicine)
Fatty acids(health)
Fatty acids(medicine)
fatty acids, volatile(medicine)
monounsaturated fatty acids(medicine)

fatty acids, omega-3 (medicine)


fatty acids, omega-3


A group of fatty acids, often of marine origin, which have the first unsaturated bond in the third position from the omega carbon. These fatty acids are believed to reduce serum triglycerides, prevent insulin resistance, improve lipid profile, prolong bleeding times, reduce platelet counts, and decrease platelet adhesiveness.