Radiation Levels

Typical exposure levels that can be experienced with Different types of X-ray systems and some naturally occurring sources
Medical CT (CAT Scan):Up to 1,000,000 microRem
Chest Mammography:Up to 10,000 microRem
Background Radiation Denver (5000 ft): Up to 600 microRem per day
Miami (sea level): Up to 300 microRem per day
Inside vs. outside a building: Up to 25 microRem per day
Airline Passenger Dose One hour flight: Up to 500 microRem per hour
Rapiscan Secure 1000:Less than 10 microRem per exam

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