Institute of Nutritional Endocrinology (INE): Fatty Acid Testing: Module Exam

Fatty Acid Testing
Module Exam

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#1. Borage oil, evening primrose oil, and black current oil are all examples of:
#2. Marine phospholipids, fish, and algae are examples of DGLA.
#3. Flax seeds, walnuts, chia seeds, and hemp seeds are good sources of:
#4. For people who don’t eat fish, recommended intake of ALA is 10 gm per day.
#5. Arachidonic acid (AA) is listed on the Blood Spot Fatty Acid profile under:
#6. Alpha Linoleic Acid is an _________ fatty acid.
#7. Conversion from ALA to EPA/DHA is estimated to be quite high in those eating the Standard American Diet.
#8. A high ratio of omega 6 to omega 3 fatty acids can lead to the production of arachidonic acid and inflammation.
#9. These nuts can lead to a high level of arachidonic acid:
#10. These nutrients can decrease the production of arachidonic acid:
#11. To improve Delta-6 Desaturase, clients can take:
#12. Which of the following is NOT a functional test for fatty acids?
#13. Deficiencies of biotin, vitamin E, zinc, B12 and B6 can inhibit D-6-D.
#14. EPA and DHA can be found in:
#15. One of the most valuable lab tests for assessing fatty acid imbalances is the:
#16. You have a client who doesn't eat fish. In order to meet the recommended intake of ALA, you might suggest:
#17. EPA AND DHA are examples of polyunsaturated Omega 3 fatty acids.
#18. The Blood Spot Fatty Acid Profile can give an idea of total trans fatty acids in the system.
#19. Almonds, sesame, and sunflower seeds are all sources of:
#20. When lauric acid is present in the diet, the long chain omega-6 fatty acids accumulate in the tissues even when consumption of essential fatty acids is low.

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