The formula to convert a concentration from µg/dL to mmol/L is:
\[ C (\text{mmol/L}) = \left( \frac{C (\text{µg/dL})}{MW (\text{g/mol})} \right) \times 10 \]
Where:
The conversion from micrograms per deciliter to millimoles per liter is a common calculation in medical and scientific fields, particularly in clinical chemistry where blood, plasma, and serum component concentrations are often measured. This conversion is necessary to compare concentrations across different units of measurement or to adhere to standard units in scientific literature.
Let's assume the following values:
Using the formula:
\[ C (\text{mmol/L}) = \left( \frac{50}{180} \right) \times 10 \approx 2.777778 \]
The converted concentration is approximately 2.777778 mmol/L.