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Meaning of BODY TEMPERATURE

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  temperature of the body; normally 98.6 F or 37 C in humans; usually measured to obtain a quick evaluation of a person's health
 
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 Synonyms: blood heat
 
 See Also: basal body temperature, temperature, vital sign

 

 

Biology Dictionary
 
 Definition: Normal oral temperature is 36.3° C to 37.1° C or 97.3° to 98.8° F. The rectal temperature is about 0.5° C or 1° F higher than the oral temperature.
 

 

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