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Hmm my abbreviation book shows ml no mL, but I find it must be incorrect.

Posted By: birdlady on 2008-03-04
In Reply to: Need help with lab/urine culture. - Thanks.

Subject: Hmm my abbreviation book shows ml no mL, but I find it must be incorrect.

Thanks for the correct way.


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