What's the simplest method to isolate omega-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids from plant parts?

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Vineet Vaibhav

First look for type of impurities present in the sample.

Chandan Kumar Gautam

Mr. Vineet! Please elaborate a little! What solvent I need to use? Any simple DSP operation or special notes to be kept in mind while extraction of Omega 3 fatty acids. The major impurities in the plants I am working are amides, polyphenyls, organic acid and esters.