Our Health Library information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Please be advised that this information is made available to assist our patients to learn more about their health. Our providers may not see and/or treat all topics found herein.

Grams per liter (g/L)

Some medical tests report results in grams (g) per liter (L).

  • A gram is equal to the weight of one milliliter or 16 drops of water. It is about 1/30 of an ounce.
  • A liter is a measure of volume that is a little bigger than a quart of fluid.