Unit of measure
KG medical abbreviation
KG means "kilogram".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (4 in all for KG), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What KG means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| kilogram | None | Prescriptions, Charting |
Also written: kg.
Example
Sample intake note: "weight in kg."
A made-up line that shows the abbreviation in place. It is not about any patient and is not an instruction.
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Questions
What does KG mean in medical terms?
KG means "kilogram".
Where is KG used?
KG shows up in prescriptions and charting. Its category here is unit of measure.
Is KG on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. KG is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.