Convert Millisieverts to Microsieverts
Convert Millisieverts (mSv) to Microsieverts (µSv) instantly and accurately.
Conversion Formula
µSv = mSv × 1000
About Millisieverts
The millisievert (mSv) equals 10⁻³ Sv and is the primary international radiation protection unit. ICRP 103 occupational limit 20 mSv/year averaged over 5 years; worldwide average background ~2.4 mSv/year; abdominal CT ~10 mSv; EU medical exposure directive and IAEA dose limits are quoted in mSv. 1 mSv = 10⁻³ Sv = 100 mrem.
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.
Quick Reference Table
| Millisieverts (mSv) | Microsieverts (µSv) |
|---|---|
| 1 mSv | 1000 µSv |
| 2 mSv | 2000 µSv |
| 5 mSv | 5000 µSv |
| 10 mSv | 10000 µSv |
| 25 mSv | 25000 µSv |
| 50 mSv | 50000 µSv |
| 100 mSv | 100000 µSv |