Method and apparatus for obtaining the core body temperature of an infant

摘要

A method and apparatus for measuring the core body temperature of infants or persons without volitional bladder control utilizing minimal urine volume. The device employs a readily deployed collection surface contiguous with a sump or reservoir into which the collected urine contacts a superabsorbent powder. Affixed to the reservoir is a peak temperature sensor for indicating the maximum temperature of the urine and thereby the core body temperature of the donor.