[HTML][HTML] Incorporation of eicosapentaenoic and docosahexaenoic acids into lipid pools when given as supplements providing doses equivalent to typical intakes of …

LM Browning, CG Walker, AP Mander, AL West… - The American journal of …, 2012 - Elsevier
Background: Estimation of the intake of oily fish at a population level is difficult. The
measurement of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) in
biological samples may provide a useful biomarker of intake. Objective: We identified the
most appropriate biomarkers for the assessment of habitual oily fish intake and changes in
intake by elucidating the dose-and time-dependent response of EPA and DHA incorporation
into various biological samples that represent roles in fatty acid transport, function, and …