A home omega-3 test may prompt you to look more closely at your diet and supplements. It cannot tell you, on its own, which product to buy or what dose is right for you. Use the result as a starting point for questions, not a prescription.
Begin with your usual intake
Think about how often you eat oily fish, whether you avoid fish and whether you already take an omega-3 product. Check the actual serving you use, rather than the amount listed on the front of a bottle. If you have a medical reason for testing, discuss the report and your next steps with the professional who advised you.
Read EPA and DHA separately
Labels may show fish oil, total omega-3, EPA and DHA as different figures. Compare products using the amounts of EPA and DHA per stated serving and the number of softgels or millilitres needed to get that serving. A stronger-sounding product name is not a reason to take more than the label advises.
Choose a suitable source and format
Fish-oil softgels, liquids and algae-based options suit different diets and preferences. Check allergens, additional nutrients and serving directions. Pick something you can use as directed, and follow storage instructions. If you take medicines, are pregnant or have a medical condition, ask a pharmacist or clinician before starting or changing a supplement.
Compare a product in the range
Solgar Omega-3 Triple Strength 100 Softgels is one fish-oil option with EPA and DHA amounts listed for its serving. Check its current product label for ingredients, serving size and suitability. A concentrated formula is not automatically a better fit for your circumstances, and it is not a treatment for a condition.
Keep the result in perspective
If you make a dietary change, give thought to the wider pattern of how you eat rather than trying to fix one number overnight. Seek personalised advice on whether repeat testing would be useful and how to interpret any change. Continue prescribed treatment unless your clinician tells you otherwise.
This article is general information, not a personal supplement recommendation or medical advice.
