This infant thermometer delivers clinically validated accuracy from the No. 1 brand recommended by pediatricians. The Braun ThermoScan®️ 5 Ear thermometer is an infrared ear thermometer whose infrared technology provides temperature results in seconds for home health monitoring by parents, mothers, and fathers. This ear temperature thermometer includes a built-in memory function that recalls the last nine temperatures measured for body temperature monitoring. The kids thermometer includes 21 Lens Caps to help keep the lens clean and prevent obstructions. This ear thermometer for adults and kids is gentle enough for babies. Safe and easy to use on the entire family.Disclaimers: 1) Based on survey reporting that of surveyed pediatricians who recommend a brand of thermometers, Braun is the most recommended. 2) Loveys AA, Dutko-Fioravanti I, Eberly SW, Powell, KR. Comparison of ear to rectal temperature measurements in infants and toddlers Clinical Pediatrics, Volume: 38 Issue: 8, page(s. 3)Nimah MM, Bshesh K, Callahan JD, Jacobs BR. Infrared tympanic thermometry in comparison with other temperature measurement techniques in febrile children. Pediatric Care Med. 2006;7(1):48-55.