Vaccine Storage Temperature Monitoring
Vaccines lose potency if they get too warm or freeze, and the damage usually can't be seen. That's why clinics, pharmacies and health departments monitor storage temperatures continuously instead of relying on a once-a-day glance at a thermometer.
What to look for in a vaccine monitor
The CDC's Vaccine Storage and Handling Toolkit recommends a digital data logger for every storage unit, with these features:
- A probe in a buffered material, such as glycol, so readings reflect the vaccine's temperature rather than brief air swings when the door opens
- A display you can read without opening the unit, showing current, minimum and maximum temperatures
- An alarm for out-of-range temperatures
- A current certificate of calibration
- Downloadable data, so you have a record to review and keep
Requirements can vary by state and program, so check with your immunization program for any specific rules.
Kits we carry
See all of our vaccine storage and transport monitors, or call us at (800) 390-0004 for help choosing one. We also offer calibration and certification when your monitors are due.
