Milligrams per decilitre (mg/dL)
Some medical tests report results in milligrams (mg) per decilitre (dL).
- A milligram is one-thousandth of a gram. A gram is about 1/30 of an ounce.
- A decilitre measures fluid volume that is 1/10 litre. A litre is a little bigger than a quart.
Current as of: February 27, 2023
Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:Anne C. Poinier MD - Internal Medicine & Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine & Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine & Thomas M. Bailey MD - Family Medicine