Eikosanoidbalanse reflekterer forholdet mellom pro-inflammatoriske og antiinflammatoriske lipide mediatorer avledet fra fettsyrer. Eikosanoider, inkludert prostaglandiner, tromboksaner og leukotriener, produseres fra omega-6 og omega-3 fettsyrer og spiller viktige roller i betennelse, vaskulær tonus og immunregulering. Et høyere forhold kan tyde på økt omega-6-drevet inflammatorisk aktivitet, mens en mer balansert profil antyder tilstrekkelig antiinflammatorisk omega-3-påvirkning. Å opprettholde en sunn eikosanoidbalanse støtter hjerte- og karsunnhet, immunresistens og generell metabolsk stabilitet.
Eicosanoid balance reflects the ratio between pro-inflammatory and anti-inflammatory lipid mediators derived from fatty acids. It provides insight into how effectively the body regulates inflammation and vascular tone.
A higher ratio may suggest increased omega-6-driven inflammatory activity or insufficient omega-3 fatty acid influence. Chronic imbalance can contribute to systemic inflammation, vascular stiffness, or reduced immune resilience.
Testing can be useful for individuals with chronic inflammation, cardiovascular risk factors, metabolic issues, or immune-related conditions. It can also help evaluate how dietary fatty acid intake influences inflammatory regulation.
Supporting balance involves optimizing the intake of omega-3 fatty acids (e.g., from fish, algae, or flax), moderating omega-6 sources, and reducing trans fats and processed oils. Adequate antioxidant intake and regular physical activity further promote healthy inflammatory signaling.