DocosaHexaenoic Acid

Views Updated: Dec 15, 2025

Key Facts

Abbreviation
DHA
Pronunciation
/ˌdəʊkəsəhɛkˈsiːnəʊɪk ˈæsɪd/
Category
Academic & Science
Related Field
Chemistry

Examples in Context

  1. Salmon and Sardines are good source of Docosahexaenoic acid ( DHA ), which is an Omega-3 fatty acid.
  2. Its concentrated omega-3 fish oils contain high levels of DHA ( docosahexaenoic acid ), a long chain fatty acid that plays a key role in brain development.
  3. Most fish oil supplements are rich in two omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid ( EPA ) and docosahexaenoic acid ( DHA ) that can have a blood-thinning effect, much like aspirin, that may reduce the likelihood of clots.
  4. An omega-3 fatty acid called docosahexaenoic acid ( DHA ), for example, provides membranes at synaptic regions with " fluidity " & the capacity to transport signals.
  5. Objective : To study the effect of docosahexaenoic acid ( DHA ) intake levels of pregnant and lactating women on plasma and erythrocyte DHA in both mothers and infants.

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