omega 3 triglycerides
At a glance
Prescription EPA/DHA products can lower triglycerides in some people with high levels. The effect depends on the product and dose; treatment should be clinician-guided. Over-the-counter supplements are not interchangeable with prescription products.
- Target biomarker
- Triglycerides
- Target context
- Individual target based on cardiovascular risk
- Timeline
- Re-test timing agreed with your clinician
Put the result in context
Reference range: < 1.7 mmol/L (< 150 mg/dL). A reference interval is not a diagnosis, and a personal treatment target is not a universal longevity target.
Next step: Discuss triglyceride management and omega-3 treatment with a clinician.
Track, don’t assume causation: Compare dated results alongside protocol changes, illness, exercise and other context. A change over time alone cannot prove that a protocol worked.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take for omega-3 to lower triglycerides?
Results vary by treatment, baseline level and other factors. Arrange follow-up testing with your clinician rather than assuming a guaranteed response.
What is the optimal triglyceride level for longevity?
Below 1.7 mmol/L is a commonly used reference threshold, but there is no single validated longevity target for everyone. Your cardiovascular risk and clinical context matter.
Sources & evidence
Educational information, not medical advice. Serum Health is not a medical device and does not diagnose, treat or predict disease. Discuss abnormal results and treatment decisions with a qualified clinician.