Convert Microsieverts to Sieverts
Convert Microsieverts (µSv) to Sieverts (Sv) instantly and accurately.
Conversion Formula
Sv = µSv × 1.000000000e-6
About Microsieverts
The microsievert (µSv) equals 10⁻⁶ Sv. Standard unit for individual low-dose exposures: chest X-ray ~20 µSv effective dose; transatlantic flight ~80 µSv; dental panoramic X-ray ~10-25 µSv. Personal electronic dosimeters in medical and industrial workplaces accumulate and display dose in µSv. 1 µSv = 10⁻⁶ Sv.
About Sieverts
The sievert (Sv) is the SI coherent unit of equivalent and effective dose, equal to 1 J/kg of absorbed dose weighted by radiation type. Named after Rolf Sievert (Swedish radiophysicist, 1896-1966). Whole-body LD50 for acute exposure ~3-5 Sv; ICRP emergency responder limit 0.25 Sv; acute radiation syndrome threshold ~1 Sv. 1 Sv = 100 rem = 1 J/kg.
Quick Reference Table
| Microsieverts (µSv) | Sieverts (Sv) |
|---|---|
| 1 µSv | 1 × 10-6 Sv |
| 2 µSv | 2 × 10-6 Sv |
| 5 µSv | 5 × 10-6 Sv |
| 10 µSv | 1 × 10-5 Sv |
| 25 µSv | 2.5 × 10-5 Sv |
| 50 µSv | 5 × 10-5 Sv |
| 100 µSv | 1 × 10-4 Sv |