The Gentle Temp Instant Ear Thermometer detects the infrared heat given off by the eardrum and surrounding tissues, in one second. The Gentle Temp is less threatening to a child than a rectal thermometer. It's faster, safer and easier to use than an oral thermometer. There's no worry of broken glass or mercury ingestion. Measurements can even be taken while a child is sleeping. For adults, the Gentle Temp Instant Ear Thermometer offers fast convenient, accurate readings without the wait of a conventional thermometer.Product Features:

• Infrared ear thermometer
• One second measurement time
• Ergonomic design
• Probe cover placement check
• Reading display in Celsius or Fahrenheit