Converting from Kilogray (kGy) to Millisievert (mSv)

What is Kilogray (kGy)

Kilogray (kGy) is a unit of absorbed radiation dose in the International System of Units (SI). It measures the energy of radiation absorbed per unit mass of the material.

What is Millisievert (mSv)

Millisievert (mSv) is a unit of equivalent dose, representing the biological effect of ionizing radiation on human tissue. It is used to quantify the potential impact of radiation exposure on health.

Conversion Formulas

The following conversion formulas are used for converting between Kilogray (kGy) and Millisievert (mSv):

• To convert from Kilogray to Millisievert: mSv=kGy×1000000

• To convert from Millisievert to Kilogray: kGy=1000000mSv​

Examples

1. Converting 17 kGy to mSv: 17kGy=17×1000000=17000000mSv

2. Converting 4 kGy to mSv: 4kGy=4×1000000=4000000mSv

3. Converting 13 kGy to mSv: 13kGy=13×1000000=13000000mSv

In each example, the conversion is based on the given formulas and the default conversion factor between kGy and mSv.

Use this simple page to perform conversions between Kilogray (kGy) and Millisievert (mSv).