microgram

noun

mi·​cro·​gram ˈmī-krə-ˌgram How to pronounce microgram (audio)
: one millionth of a gram see Metric System Table

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However, this supplement contains a very high dose of biotin, with 10,000 micrograms (33,333% of the Daily Value). Tamar Kane, Ms, Rd, Verywell Health, 9 Oct. 2024 In comparison, for other sources of PM2.5 pollution, the odds of a dementia diagnosis went up 3% for every increase of 3 micrograms per cubic meter of air over a three-year average. Maya Davis, CNN, 29 July 2024 People above age 70 should get 20 micrograms, or 800 IU.26 Is Apoaequorin Safe? Kirstyn Hill, Pharmd, Mph, Health, 30 Oct. 2024 Federal standards consider anything above 3.5 micrograms per deciliter an elevated level. Sarah Volpenhein, Journal Sentinel, 24 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for microgram 

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circa 1890, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of microgram was circa 1890

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“Microgram.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/microgram. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

microgram

noun
mi·​cro·​gram ˈmī-krə-ˌgram How to pronounce microgram (audio)
1
: one millionth of a gram
2

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