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.
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