Convert Nanograys to Micrograys
Convert Nanograys (nGy) to Micrograys (µGy) instantly and accurately.
Conversion Formula
µGy = nGy × 0.001
About Nanograys
The nanogray (nGy) equals 10⁻⁹ Gy. Background cosmic-ray dose rate at sea level is ~0.03-0.05 nGy/s; environmental low-dose-rate studies of DNA damage in cultured cells use nGy doses delivered over days; regulatory derived investigation levels for some radionuclides in food correspond to organ doses in nGy. 1 nGy = 10⁻⁹ Gy = 10⁻³ µGy.
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.
Quick Reference Table
| Nanograys (nGy) | Micrograys (µGy) |
|---|---|
| 1 nGy | 0.001 µGy |
| 2 nGy | 0.002 µGy |
| 5 nGy | 0.005 µGy |
| 10 nGy | 0.01 µGy |
| 25 nGy | 0.025 µGy |
| 50 nGy | 0.05 µGy |
| 100 nGy | 0.1 µGy |