Even though studies have shown that there is an increasing trend of LCPUFA level in serum, erythrocyte and plasma throughout pregnancy 24 – 26 , studies have also suggested that low total omega-3 had increased the risk of preterm birth < 34 weeks, which can be reduced through LCPUFA supplementation 27 , 28 .
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Long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid (LC-PUFA) status in severe preeclampsia and preterm birth: a cross sectional study.
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