Convert Picograys to Micrograys
Convert Picograys (pGy) to Micrograys (µGy) instantly and accurately.
Conversion Formula
µGy = pGy × 1.000000000e-6
About Picograys
The picogray (pGy) equals 10⁻¹² Gy. Microdosimetry simulations of α-particle traversals through single cells report mean specific energies in the pGy range; computed dose kernels for ²¹⁰At and !21³Bi targeted alpha therapy on individual cell clusters are expressed in pGy. 1 pGy = 10⁻¹² Gy = 10⁻³ nGy.
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
| Picograys (pGy) | Micrograys (µGy) |
|---|---|
| 1 pGy | 1 × 10-6 µGy |
| 2 pGy | 2 × 10-6 µGy |
| 5 pGy | 5 × 10-6 µGy |
| 10 pGy | 1 × 10-5 µGy |
| 25 pGy | 2.5 × 10-5 µGy |
| 50 pGy | 5 × 10-5 µGy |
| 100 pGy | 1 × 10-4 µGy |