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Omega-6 is a polyunsaturated fatty acid.

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Minimal Background:

Omega-6 is a polyunsaturated fatty acid and the cell membrane is made of a lipid bilayer. The bilayer is composed on mainly saturated and monosaturated fats, with very little amounts of polyunsaturated fatty acids. Omega-3 is a type of PUFA that is within the cell membrane, and it also has antioxidant properties. Omega-6, on the other hand, plays a role in inflammation.

Health Effects
Omega-6, also known as linoleic acid, is a precursor for prostaglandins. With a higher ratio of Omega-6/Omega-3, there is an overactivity of prostaglandins, and therefore inflammation. An example of when this process is used in a medical setting is organ transplants. If the cell is to stay in this state of inflammation for an extended period of time, it can lead to suppression of the immune system and a rise in risk to diseases.