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5-HIAA (CSF): convert ng/mL to nmol/L

nmol/L = ng/mL × 5.231

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Conversion formulas

ng/mL → nmol/Lnmol/L = ng/mL × 5.231
nmol/L → ng/mLng/mL = nmol/L × 0.1912

Conversion table

Highlighted: values inside the adult reference range.

ng/mLnmol/L
526.16
1052.31
1578.47
20104.6
25130.8
30156.9
35183.1
40209.2
45235.4
50261.6
55287.7
60313.9
65340
70366.2
75392.3

Reference range

10.51 – 31.16 ng/mL = 55 – 163 nmol/L

Source: Burlina et al. (2017): The utility of CSF for the diagnosis of primary and secondary monoamine neurotransmitter deficiencies, EJIFCC 28:64-75 (PMC) · Last reviewed: 2026-10-19

Frequently asked questions

How do I convert 5-HIAA (CSF) from ng/mL to nmol/L?

nmol/L = ng/mL × 5.231. For example, 20 ng/mL equals 105 nmol/L.

How many nmol/L are 20 ng/mL?

20 ng/mL equal 105 nmol/L (5-HIAA (CSF)).

How do I convert 5-HIAA (CSF) from nmol/L back to ng/mL?

ng/mL = nmol/L × 0.1912.

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