Two fatty acids, one percentage: what your omega-3 intake actually adds up to
Guessing how much EPA and DHA reaches your blood is hard. This home test kit from medivere turns it into a single lab-measured figure.
Please note: this test is only available in German. The kit, the instructions for use, the sample request form and your lab report are all in German.
📋 How the test works
Prick your fingertip with the lancet, place drops of blood on the sample card, fill in the sample form and post the sealed card to the lab in the envelope provided. The instructions walk you through every step.
Open instructions (German) View sample report (German)
Both documents open in a new window and are available in German only. This test is only available for customers in Austria and Germany.
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A few drops from your fingertip
No appointment and no needle in the arm. Capillary blood dries on a sample card and travels to the lab by post.
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EPA and DHA, nothing vague
The lab measures the percentage share of the two long-chain omega-3 fatty acids found in fish, krill and algae oil.
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Analysed by GANZIMMUN in Mainz
The laboratory is based at the same Mainz address as medivere.
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Your report online in 4–7 working days
That is the usual turnaround once the lab receives your sample; occasionally it can take a little longer.
Salmon once a month, an algae oil capsule every morning, sardines when you remember. Food diaries rarely tell you much here, because fish species and supplements differ widely in how much EPA and DHA they deliver.
Researchers William S. Harris and Clemens von Schacky introduced the term omega-3 index in 2004. In studies it is measured in red blood cells, which live for about 120 days, so the value reflects the past weeks rather than yesterday's dinner. A single fish meal barely moves it. That stability is what makes it useful as a before-and-after benchmark.
What's in the kit
| Item |
Qty |
| Sampling instructions (German) |
1 |
| Single-use lancets |
2 |
| Sample card in a zip-lock bag |
1 |
| Alcohol swabs |
2 |
| Fingertip plaster |
1 |
| Sample request form |
1 |
| Shipping envelope |
1 |
Product name: Omega-3-Index Test, sampling kit for capillary blood
Analysis: Laboratory analysis of the percentage share of the omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)
Laboratory: GANZIMMUN Diagnostics GmbH · Hans-Böckler-Straße 109 · 55128 Mainz · Germany
Contents: 1 kit · REF 510009DE · EAN 4250570300819
⚠️ Mandatory information: For Austria and Germany only. Kit, instructions and lab report in German only. Follow the instructions for use. Lancets are for single use only. Do not use if the packaging is damaged.
📦 Storage: Store between 4 °C and 25 °C. Keep dry and away from sunlight.
💬 Frequently asked questions
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What counts as a good omega-3 index?+
What counts is the reference range the lab states in your report. Scientific literature names 8 to 11 % as the target range for measurements in red blood cells; values from other methods are not always directly comparable. The sample report above shows how your result is presented. For advice on your own value, talk to your doctor or nutrition adviser.
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I'm vegan and take algae oil. Is the test useful for me?+
Yes. The lab measures EPA and DHA regardless of their source, so you see whether your algae oil shows up in your blood.
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How soon should I test again?+
After changing your diet or supplement routine, wait around three to four months. Before that, the value has usually not fully adjusted.
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Does the test also cover omega-6?+
The focus is on EPA and DHA. Check the linked sample report to see exactly which values your report will contain.
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Can I order from Switzerland or the UK?+
No. This test is only available for customers in Austria and Germany.
Responsible person (GPSR, EU 2023/988) & manufacturer: medivere GmbH · Hans-Böckler-Straße 109 · 55128 Mainz · Germany · info@medivere.de
