Units

What does "Units" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

In the field of medicine, "units" is a term used to measure the amount of a substance, such as a medication or a vitamin, that a person needs to take. It's like measuring ingredients for cooking - you need a certain amount to get the desired result. The exact size of a unit can vary depending on the substance being measured. For example, one unit of insulin may not be the same as one unit of vitamin D.

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