Volume of an ellipsoid (like the prostate, hematoma, etc.):

Volume (mL) = L x W x H x pi/6

Volume (mL) ≈ L x W x H x 0.52

 

L, W, H are in cm.

 

Normal prostate size is up to 30 mL.

Enlargement is normal with increasing age.

See also: Age-specific PSA reference ranges

 

Ellipsoid Volume Calculator

Length (in cm):
Width (in cm):
Height (in cm):
Calculated volume (in mL)=

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