The Chicco Infrared Thermometer Easy Touch takes the temperature on the forehead in just a few seconds, providing accurate and rapid readings. It is compact and easy to use. Features: 25 memories, 5 year life span lithium battery C/F selection, acoustic signal (fever alarm) for temperatures over 37.5oC (or 99.5oF)
Forehead temperature is traditionally considered to be a valid indication of body temperature, due to the fact that a few mm under the skin of the temple area, there is the temporal artery, which carries blood from the heart to the brain’s control centre for body temperature.