Fish Oils

Oils high in unsaturated fats extracted from the bodies of fish or fish parts, especially the LIVER. Those from the liver are usually high in VITAMIN A. The oils are used as DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS. They are also used in soaps and detergents and as protective coatings.

Year introduced: 1983

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Tree Number(s): D10.627.430

MeSH Unique ID: D005395

Entry Terms:

• Oils, Fish
• Fish Oil
• Oil, Fish
• Fish Liver Oils
• Liver Oils, Fish
• Oils, Fish Liver

All MeSH Categories
Chemicals and Drugs Category
Lipids
Oils
Fish Oils
Cod Liver Oil
Fatty Acids, Omega-3
Docosahexaenoic Acids
Eicosapentaenoic Acid