Converting from Hectogray (hGy) to Decigray (dGy) in Radiation

What is Hectogray (hGy)

Hectogray (hGy) is a unit of absorbed dose of radiation, where "hecto" signifies a factor of one hundred. It is commonly used in the field of radiation therapy and radiation protection.

What is Decigray (dGy)

Decigray (dGy) is another unit of absorbed dose of radiation, with "deci" representing a tenth. In the context of radiation, decigrays are also a commonly employed measurement.

Conversion Formulas

The default conversion between hGy and dGy is as follows:

1 hGy=1000 dGy

1 dGy=0.001 hGy

Additional conversions include:

• 16 hGy = 16000 dGy
• 16 dGy = 0.016 hGy
• 8 hGy = 8000 dGy
• 8 dGy = 0.008 hGy
• 7 hGy = 7000 dGy
• 7 dGy = 0.007 hGy

Examples

1. Example 1:
   • Convert 12 hGy to dGy
   • Solution:

12 hGy×1000=12000 dGy

2. Example 2:
   • Convert 5 dGy to hGy
   • Solution:

5 dGy×0.001=0.005 hGy

By utilizing the conversion formulas provided, you can easily convert between Hectogray (hGy) and Decigray (dGy) units in the context of radiation.