Introduction - MedeScan RC008 User Manual

INTRODUCTION

The non-contact infrared thermometer Helpmation
has been developed by using the latest infrared
technology. This technology allows temporal
artery (TA) temperature to be taken at a distance of
about 3-5 cm away from the forehead. It has been
demonstrated that this method of TA temperature
measurement is more precise than the tympanic
thermometry and better tolerated than rectal
thermometry (1). However, as with other types of
thermometer, it is essential to use the thermometer
properly in order to obtain reliable and stable
results.
(1) „Greenes D, Fleischer G. Accuracy of a
Noninvasive Temporal Artery Thermometer for Use
inInfants. Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med 2001, 155:376."
NORMAL TEMPERATURES ACCORDING TO AGE
Age
0-2 years
3-10 years
11-65 years
> 65 years
32
°C
36.4-38.0
36.1-37.8
35.9-37.6
35.8-37.5
°F
97.5-100.4
97.0-100.0
96.6-99.7
96.4-99.5