Speed, accuracy, security, convenience - in one. Pediatric (to 17 years): reads 4 seconds oral, 10 seconds axillary. Adult (18 years & up): reads 10 seconds rectal, 15 seconds axillary. User-selectable icon and/or words identify measuring mode. Waterproof stainless steel probe shaft, color-coded interchangeable, removable proble well. Allows automatic probe cover ejection. Large LCD displays in Fahrenheit or Celsius. Includes last temperature recall; battery life indicator, rubberized grips; stores 25 probe covers.