Test your
Docosanoic Acid
Looking for an easy way to test and monitor your Docosanoic Acid?
It's included in the HealthieOne Complete test.
Docosanoic Acid
Explanation: Docosanoic acid (behenic acid) is a saturated fatty acid found in peanut oil, canola oil, and some plant-based fats. It plays a role in cell membrane structure, lipid metabolism, and skin hydration. Behenic acid is also used in cosmetic and pharmaceutical formulations for its moisturizing properties.
Test purpose: A docosanoic acid blood test helps assess nutritional status, and diet monitoring; cardiovascular health, as changes in saturated fatty acid levels may impact heart disease risk.
Other information about this test: Mayo Clinic, ARUP Laboratories, Cleveland Clinic
An aspect of Cholesterol, Fatty Acids and Ketone Bodies .