{"product_id":"zinzino-balancetest","title":"Zinzino, BalanceTest","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStart your health journey \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BalanceTest is the foundation of our Balance concept. It provides you with accurate readings of 11 fatty acid levels in your blood and your essential Omega-6:3 ratio with six different health markers. The analysis is independently managed, and the results are completely anonymous, telling you upfront if the body’s Omega nutrients are in balance. The test includes personalized recommendations and guidelines on how to restore the essential Omega-6:3 balance in your body and move forward on your health journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-12 mt-4\" id=\"headingid465\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"mb-4 pr-4  accordion-link-title\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapseid465\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapseOne\"\u003eKey Benefits\u003ca class=\"faq-arrowLinkWrapper\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"faq-link-showHide\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"collapseid465\" class=\"collapse show col-12\" aria-labelledby=\"headingOne\" data-parent=\"#faqAccordion\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pt-1 pb-4 faq-item-content\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"usp-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy-to-use dried blood spot self-test\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasures 11 fatty acids in your blood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides data about your Omega-6:3 Balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-12 mt-4\" id=\"headingid466\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"mb-4 pr-4 accordion-link-title\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapseid466\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapseOne\"\u003eMore information\u003ca class=\"faq-arrowLinkWrapper\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"faq-link-showHide\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"collapseid466\" class=\"col-12 collapse show\" aria-labelledby=\"headingOne\" data-parent=\"#faqAccordion\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pt-1 pb-4 faq-item-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat we measure\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe test measures 11 fatty acids, including saturated, monounsaturated (Omega-9) and polyunsaturated (Omega-6 and Omega-3) fatty acids. Individual fatty acid values are shown in the table and expressed as percentages of the total fatty acids measured. For comparison in the table, the average range for each fatty acid (based on data obtained from a large group of balanced people) is presented as Target Value. The following fatty acids are measured:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePalmitic acid, C16:0, saturated fat\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eStearic acid, C18:0, saturated fat\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eOleic acid, C18:1, Omega-9\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eLinoleic acid, C18:2, Omega-6\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlpha-linolenic acid, C18:3, Omega-3\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eGamma-linolenic acid, C18:3, Omega-6\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eDihomo-gamma-linolenic acid, C20:3, Omega-6\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eArachidonic acid (AA), C20:4, Omega-6\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eEicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), C20:5, Omega-3\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eDocosapentaenoic acid (DPA), C22:5, Omega-3\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eDocosahexaenoic acid (DHA), C22:6, Omega-3\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is how your results are calculated\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e11 fatty acids are analyzed and the total sum of their amounts is  considered 100%. For the following 6 values, we use 7 of the fatty acids. The analyzed amount of each of the 7 fatty acids is calculated as a percentage out of the 100%.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOmega-3 Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOmega-3 Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOmega-3 Docosapentaenoic acid (DPA)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOmega-6 Arachidonic acid (AA)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOmega-6 Dihomo-gamma-linolenic acid (DGLA)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSaturated fat, Palmitic acid (PA)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSaturated fat, Stearic acid (SA)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtection value\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFirst, the following 3 recognized health indicators are calculated:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe value for the Omega-6 ratio is calculated like this: (DGLA+AA) * 100 \/ (DGLA+AA+EPA+DPA+DHA)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe value for the Omega-3 level is the sum of EPA+DHA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe Balance value is calculated as Omega-6 (AA) \/ Omega-3 (EPA)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach indicator value is given the same weight in a second calculation and assigned a value between 0 and 100, which is then divided by 3 to get the Protection Value that ideally should be above 90. This does not tell anything about the health status of the person, only the fatty acid protection level.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote:\u003c\/em\u003e EPA and DHA values have a high impact on all the calculations and if EPA and DHA percentages are low, then as a result very low or even zero Protection Values are not uncommon.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOmega-3 Index\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe Omega-3 Index is the summary of the percentage values for the two marine Omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA. The ideal combined level is at least 8%, but higher values like 10% are desirable. Omega-3’s have many benefits because they are the primary building blocks in your cells. EPA is dominant in the blood, muscles and tissues, while DHA is dominant in the brain, sperm and eyes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOmega-6:3 Balance\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe balance is calculated by dividing the percent value of AA with the percent value of EPA (AA \/ EPA), which is then expressed as a Balance value, for example 3:1. The Omega-6:3 Balance in the body should preferably be below 3:1. If this ratio is above 3:1, you will benefit from a change in your diet. A low balance of Omega-6 and Omega-3 is important for maintaining normal cell and tissue development (homeostasis) and help the  body control inflammation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCell membrane fluidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFluidity is calculated by dividing the percent value of the two saturated fats with the percent value of the two Omega-3’s. The fluidity value is thus defined as (PA+SA) \/ (EPA+DHA), and the result is expressed as a fluidity index, for example 3:1. If the fluidity value  is below 4:1, it shows that there is sufficient fluidity in cell membranes. The more saturated the fats are in a membrane, the more rigid is the membrane. Conversely, the more polyunsaturated the fats are in a membrane, the more fluid is the membrane. Cell membrane composition and structural architecture is critical for the health of the cells and hence the body. On the one hand, the membrane needs to be rigid enough to provide sound cellular structural architecture. On the other hand, the membrane needs to be fluid enough to allow nutrients in and waste products out.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMental strength\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThis is calculated by dividing the percent value of AA with the sum of the percent values of EPA and DHA, i.e. the Mental Strength value = AA \/ (EPA+DHA). The result is expressed as a mental strength value, for example 1:1. The value should be below 1:1 for sufficient and balanced supply of both Omega-6 and Omega-3 fatty acids to the brain and the nervous system. Cognitive performance improves with increased consumption of marine Omega-3’s EPA and DHA. Childhood and old age are two critical and vulnerable stages and Omega-3 deficiency is associated with learning and memory deficits, as well as mood problems.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArachidonic acid (AA) index\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe AA Index shows the measured value of the Omega-6 fatty acid Arachidonic acid (AA) as a percentage out of the total fatty acids measured. Good average values are in the range of 6.5 to 9.5% with an optimum target value of 8.3%. Arachidonic acid (AA) is the most important Omega-6 fatty acid for the body. It is the starting point for the production of local tissue hormones triggered by Omega-6, such as prostaglandins, thromboxanes and leukotrienes, all with various functions. The overall function is, however, to protect the body from damage by limiting the progression of the infection or the impact of the injury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified test kit\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe Zinzino Dried Blood Spot Test is certified to comply with the European regulation 98\/79\/EB on in vitro diagnostic (IVD) medical devices. This means the test and all its components are in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and so the Kit has the CE mark on it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-12 mt-4\" id=\"headingid469\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"mb-4 pr-4 accordion-link-title\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapseid469\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapseOne\"\u003eHow to use\u003ca class=\"faq-arrowLinkWrapper\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"faq-link-showHide\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"collapseid469\" class=\"col-12 collapse show\" aria-labelledby=\"headingOne\" data-parent=\"#faqAccordion\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pt-1 pb-4 faq-item-content\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"sproutvideo-lightbox\" href=\"https:\/\/videos.sproutvideo.com\/embed\/4d9fd5b91e1ee1c1c4\/2605fea3299d7409?autoPlay=true\u0026amp;lightbox=true\" data-width=\"640\" data-height=\"360\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn-thumbnails.sproutvideo.com\/4d9fd5b91e1ee1c1c4\/2605fea3299d7409\/0\/w_640,h_360,btn_true\/poster.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaking the test\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e1. Zinzino Test is an approved in vitro diagnostics product for personal blood sample collection at home.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- First wash your hands with soap and rinse well with warm water and dry them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2. Take out the sample card from the paper envelope. Save the envelope for later use. Tear off the SAVE part on the sample card and take a picture of the test ID. You can only see your test result with your anonymous test ID. Place the card with the two circles facing up on the table.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3. Stimulate blood flow by making big circles with your arm or shaking the hand downwards for 20 seconds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4. Take out the single-use lancet. Remove the transparent safety cap and the lancet is ready to use. Use the alcohol wipe to clean the tip of your finger (middle finger is recommended). Place the lancet against the lower part of the fingertip facing the collection paper on the table. Push the top of the lancet towards the finger until you hear a click. The lancet will automatically make a small prick in the finger.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5. Do not touch the filter paper with your fingers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6. Fill one circle at a time with blood. Squeeze your finger gently and wait for a drop of blood to fall inside the circle by itself. If one drop of blood does not cover the circle, allow one more drop from your finger to drip immediately. Leave the sample card in a horizontal position at room temperature for at least 10 minutes for the samples to dry well.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e7. Insert the sample card back into the paper envelope. Then place the paper envelope into the metal bag and close it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDo not remove desiccant packet inside the metal bag.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e8. Place the closed metal bag into the big envelope with the laboratory address on it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYou must put the correct amount of postage stamps on the envelope before you put in the mail box. Register your test code on\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.zinzinotest.com\/\"\u003ewww.zinzinotest.com\u003c\/a\u003e. This is the web page where you can see your test result later. It takes 10-20 days until your result is ready.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eKeep the SAVE part of the card. You can only see your test result with your anonymous test ID.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pt-1 pb-4 faq-item-content\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pt-1 pb-4 faq-item-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-12 mt-4\" id=\"headingid2975\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"mb-4 pr-4 accordion-link-title\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapseid2975\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapseOne\"\u003eLaboratory\u003ca class=\"faq-arrowLinkWrapper\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"faq-link-showHide\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"collapseid2975\" class=\"col-12 collapse show\" aria-labelledby=\"headingOne\" data-parent=\"#faqAccordion\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pt-1 pb-4 faq-item-content\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndependent laboratory \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eYour test is analyzed by an independent and GMP-certified laboratory. The fact that Vitas is GMP-certified means that they follow good manufacturing practices. They are a contract laboratory for chemical analysis with 25 years of experience, providing high-quality chromatographic analysis based on cuttingedge knowledge and technology. Included with the blood test is a BalanceTest ID that only you can see. Neither the lab, nor Zinzino knows who submitted the test. At zinzinotest.com your results will be displayed when you enter your BalanceTest ID. If you have completed the questionnaire, you will have access to the complete analysis. 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