Volumetric liquid dosing: Difference between revisions
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[[File:OralSyringe2.jpg|250px|thumbnail|Oral syringes are ideal for measuring small amounts of liquid. They are commonly sold in pharmacies and are also available on [http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Dhpc&field-keywords=oral+syringe Amazon].]] | [[File:OralSyringe2.jpg|250px|thumbnail|Oral syringes are ideal for measuring small amounts of liquid. They are commonly sold in pharmacies and are also available on [http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Dhpc&field-keywords=oral+syringe Amazon].]] | ||
For best accuracy, an oral syringe should be used to measure the calculated volume of liquid. You may also use other measuring tools such as a syringe with a needle, graduated cylinder, eyedropper, measuring pipette, or measuring cups. | For best accuracy, an oral syringe should be used to measure the calculated volume of liquid. You may also use other measuring tools such as a syringe with a needle, graduated cylinder, eyedropper, measuring pipette, or measuring cups. | ||
The conversions for measuring cups are listed below: | |||
*1/4 teaspoon (TSP) = 1.25ml | |||
*1/2 teaspoon (TSP) = 2.5ml | |||
*1 teaspoon (TSP) = 5ml | |||
*1 tablespoon (TSB) = 15ml | |||
If one is using an eyedropper, | If one is using an eyedropper, |