Convert Millisieverts to Rems
Convert Millisieverts (mSv) to Rems (rem) instantly and accurately.
Conversion Formula
rem = mSv × 0.1
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 Rems
The rem (roentgen equivalent man) equals exactly 0.01 Sv = 1 cSv. The pre-SI unit of equivalent dose, still dominant in US regulation: NRC occupational whole-body limit 5 rem/year; 10 CFR Part 20 exposure limits cited in rem; US military personnel dose records maintained in rem. 1 rem = 0.01 Sv = 1 cSv.
Quick Reference Table
| Millisieverts (mSv) | Rems (rem) |
|---|---|
| 1 mSv | 0.1 rem |
| 2 mSv | 0.2 rem |
| 5 mSv | 0.5 rem |
| 10 mSv | 1 rem |
| 25 mSv | 2.5 rem |
| 50 mSv | 5 rem |
| 100 mSv | 10 rem |