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Alpha-1 acid glycoprotein unit converter

Acute-phase protein (inflammation marker and drug-binding protein)

Also known as: Orosomucoid, AGP

Converter

Enter a value in any unit and all other units fill in.

Worked example

0.8 g/L (middle of the reference range) = 80 mg/dL

Conversion formulas

mg/dLmg/dL = g/L × 100g/L = mg/dL × 0.01
mg/Lmg/L = g/L × 1000g/L = mg/L × 0.001

Good to know

Alpha-1 acid glycoprotein is reported in g/L or mg/dL. The page converts between the units only.

Reference range

UnitAdultsMenWomen
g/L0.4 – 1.20.6 – 1.20.4 – 1
mg/dL40 – 12060 – 12040 – 100
mg/L400 – 1200600 – 1200400 – 1000

Source: Newcastle Hospitals Laboratories: Alpha1-acid glycoprotein, serum · Last reviewed: 2026-10-19

Note from the source: Men (1-50 years) 0.6-1.2 g/L, women (1-50 years) 0.4-1.0 g/L, both sexes over 50 years 0.8-2.0 g/L (Newcastle Hospitals Laboratories); rises in inflammation

Frequently asked questions

How do I convert Alpha-1 acid glycoprotein from g/L to mg/dL?

mg/dL = g/L × 100. In the other direction: g/L = mg/dL × 0.01.

What is the reference range of Alpha-1 acid glycoprotein?

For adults the range is 0.4 – 1.2 g/L (Newcastle Hospitals Laboratories: Alpha1-acid glycoprotein, serum). Reference ranges differ between laboratories and partly by sex and age; use the range printed on your lab report.

Which units are used for Alpha-1 acid glycoprotein?

Common units are g/L, mg/dL, mg/L.

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