Key aspects of biosensing for instant screening tests

The landscape of biosensing technologies has undergone a significant transformation, with a particular emphasis on instant screening tests (ISTs) tailored for home and community settings. These tests play a crucial role in enabling rapid detection, monitoring, and management of a varied range of hea...

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Published inBiosensors and bioelectronics. X Vol. 20; p. 100529
Main Author Sengupta, Joydip
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Elsevier B.V 01.10.2024
Elsevier
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Summary:The landscape of biosensing technologies has undergone a significant transformation, with a particular emphasis on instant screening tests (ISTs) tailored for home and community settings. These tests play a crucial role in enabling rapid detection, monitoring, and management of a varied range of health conditions, including infectious diseases, chronic illnesses, and environmental exposures. This letter provides a brief exploration of the various key aspects of biosensing methodologies and technologies designed to address the unique challenges and opportunities inherent in ISTs. By exploring crucial advancements and emerging trends, it highlights the transformative potential of these innovations in enhancing healthcare accessibility and empowering individuals to take proactive control of their well-being. •Miniaturization and portability are pivotal trends in biosensing technology.•The integration of emerging technologies such as AI, IoT, and wearable devices represents a transformative shift in ISTs.•Adoption of multiplexing and multimodal sensing strategies enhances IST efficiency.•User-centered design principles ensure biosensing technologies' ease of use.
ISSN:2590-1370
2590-1370
DOI:10.1016/j.biosx.2024.100529