Id http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/CSP/1130-1983
http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/CSP/1130-1983
Preferred Name

omega 3 fatty acid

Definitions
group of fatty acids, often of marine origin, which have the first unsaturated bond in the third position from the omega carbon; they are believed to reduce serum triglycerides, prevent insulin resistance, improve lipid profile, prolong bleeding times, reduce platelet counts, and decrease platelet adhesiveness.
Synonyms
eicosapentaenoic acid
docosahexaenoic acid
Type http://www.w3.org/2002/07/owl#Class
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