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Micrograms per deciliter (mcg/dL)

Some medical tests report results in micrograms per deciliter (mcg/dL).

A microgram is one-millionth of a gram. A gram is about 1/30 of an ounce.
A deciliter measures fluid volume that is 1/10 of a liter. A liter is a little bigger than a quart of fluid.

Current as of: October 24, 2023

Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff

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