Conventional techniques (eg, culture-based method) for bacterial detection typically require
a central laboratory and well-trained technicians, which may take several hours or days …

This review article deals with the concepts, principles and applications of visible-light and
near-infrared (NIR) fluorescence and surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) in in vitro …

Point-of-care testing (POCT) is necessary to provide a rapid diagnostic result for a prompt on-
site diagnosis and treatment. A quick analysis time and high sensitivity, with a sample-to …

Nucleic acid amplification for the detection of infectious diseases, food pathogens, or
assessment of genetic disorders require a laboratory setting with specialized equipment and …

The loop-mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP) technique has the potential to
revolutionize molecular biology because it allows DNA amplification under isothermal …

Nucleic acid amplification and quantification via polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is one of
the most sensitive and powerful tools for clinical laboratories, precision medicine …

Rapid and timely diagnosis of infectious diseases is a critical determinant of clinical
outcomes and general public health. For the detection of various pathogens, microfluidics …

Abstract Lab-on-a-chip (LOC) or micro total analysis system is one of the microfluidic
technologies defined as the adaptation, miniaturization, integration, and automation of …

Since the outbreak of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), countries around the world
have suffered heavy losses of life and property. The global pandemic poses a challenge to …

Rapid, sensitive, and selective pathogen detection is of paramount importance in infectious
disease diagnosis and treatment monitoring. Currently available diagnostic assays based …