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A member asked:
If a thermometer is stored in a room that is colder than the rest of the house, would that affect a body temp reading because the thermometer would be on the cooler side?
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Thermometers are designed to accurately reflect temperature when taken with proper technique. They warm up or cool down during the procedure. The cited storage would not change its reliability.
Answered 6/30/2022
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