Convert Micrograys to Milligrays
Convert Micrograys (µGy) to Milligrays (mGy) instantly and accurately.
Conversion Formula
mGy = µGy × 0.001
About Micrograys
The microgray (µGy) equals 10⁻⁶ Gy. Typical organ doses from diagnostic X-ray procedures: chest X-ray ~0.01-0.1 µGy; mammography mean glandular dose ~1-3 mGy (i.e. 1000-3000 µGy); dental bitewing ~1-5 µGy. IAEA Safety Reports quote entrance surface doses in µGy for patient dose surveys. 1 µGy = 10⁻⁶ Gy.
About Milligrays
The milligray (mGy) equals 10⁻³ Gy and is the standard unit for diagnostic radiology patient doses. CT head scan ~20-60 mGy; abdominal CT ~10-30 mGy; mammography mean glandular dose ~1-3 mGy. IAEA and EU medical exposure directives set diagnostic reference levels in mGy. 1 mGy = 10⁻³ Gy = 0.1 rad.
Quick Reference Table
| Micrograys (µGy) | Milligrays (mGy) |
|---|---|
| 1 µGy | 0.001 mGy |
| 2 µGy | 0.002 mGy |
| 5 µGy | 0.005 mGy |
| 10 µGy | 0.01 mGy |
| 25 µGy | 0.025 mGy |
| 50 µGy | 0.05 mGy |
| 100 µGy | 0.1 mGy |