Convert microliter to fluid ounce (US)
Please provide values below to convert microliter [µL] to fluid ounce (US) [fl oz (US)], or Convert fluid ounce (US) to microliter.
How to Convert Microliter to Fluid Ounce (Us)
1 µL = 3.38140222016107e-05 fl oz (US)
Example: convert 15 µL to fl oz (US):
15 µL = 15 × 3.38140222016107e-05 fl oz (US) = 0.00050721033302416 fl oz (US)
Microliter to Fluid Ounce (Us) Conversion Table
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Microliter
A microliter (µL) is a unit of volume equal to one millionth of a liter, or 10^-6 liters.
History/Origin
The microliter was introduced as part of the metric system to facilitate precise measurement in scientific and medical fields, especially with the advent of micro-scale laboratory techniques.
Current Use
Microliters are commonly used in laboratories for measuring small liquid volumes, such as in chemistry, biology, and medical diagnostics, often in conjunction with micropipettes and microfluidic devices.
Fluid Ounce (Us)
A fluid ounce (US) is a unit of volume measurement used primarily in the United States to measure liquids, equivalent to approximately 29.5735 milliliters.
History/Origin
The fluid ounce originated from the imperial system and was adopted in the US as a customary unit for liquid measurements. Its size has varied historically, but the US fluid ounce has been standardized since the 19th century.
Current Use
The US fluid ounce is commonly used in recipes, food labeling, and beverage measurements within the United States. It is part of the customary measurement system and is used in various industries to specify liquid quantities.