研究目的
To develop a miniaturized and portable upconversion nanoparticle-based lateral flow assay platform for point-of-care testing that is universal for detecting various targets including nucleic acids, proteins, small molecules, heavy metal ions, and bacteria.
研究成果
The developed miniaturized and portable UCNP-LFA platform successfully enables highly sensitive and quantitative detection of multiple targets, including nucleic acids, proteins, small molecules, heavy metal ions, and bacteria. It shows good correlation with gold-standard methods and holds promise for applications in disease diagnostics, environmental monitoring, and food safety at the point of care.
研究不足
The fluorescence intensities recorded by the platform are lower compared to the gold-standard method due to differences in exposure between the smartphone camera and standard equipment. The platform's performance may be limited by the smartphone's camera capabilities and environmental lighting conditions.
1:Experimental Design and Method Selection:
The platform integrates a lateral flow assay (LFA) detection system using upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs), a miniaturized reader with an infrared laser and optical components, and a smartphone app for real-time analysis. The design focuses on portability, multiplexed detection, and quantitative analysis.
2:Sample Selection and Data Sources:
Targets include nucleic acid (hepatitis B virus, HBV), protein (growth stimulation expressed gene 2, ST-2), small molecule (ochratoxin A, OTA), heavy metal ion (Hg2+), and bacteria (salmonella, SE). Samples were prepared and tested using UCNP-LFAs.
3:List of Experimental Equipment and Materials:
Equipment includes a UCNP-LFA reader with laser diode, dichroic mirror, infrared filter, smartphone, and various materials for UCNP synthesis and LFA fabrication (e.g., chemicals from Sigma-Aldrich, Alfa Aesar, and others).
4:Experimental Procedures and Operational Workflow:
UCNPs were synthesized via thermal decomposition, surface-modified with PAA, and conjugated to DNA or antibodies. UCNP-LFAs were fabricated by assembling pads and dispensing probes. Detection involved adding samples to LFAs, inserting strips into the reader, capturing images with a smartphone, and analyzing with the custom app.
5:Data Analysis Methods:
The app extracts RGB values from images, calculates signal differences between test lines and background, and uses calibration curves for quantitative analysis. Correlation with gold-standard methods (e.g., NIR-CW-laser and computer software) was performed.
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Transmission Electron Microscopy
JEM-2100F
JEOL
Characterize the morphology and size distribution of UCNPs
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Optical Spectrum Analyzer
AQ6370
Yokogawa
Test spectrum of laser diode
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Fluorescence Spectrophotometer
QuantaMaster TM40
Photon Technology International
Measure fluorescence intensity of UCNPs
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Dispenser
HM3030
Goldbio
Dispense control and test lines on NC membrane
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Programmable Sheer
MatrixTM
Kinematic Automation
Cut assembled pads into strips
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Ultrapure Water Purification System
Nanopure
Barnstead
Prepare ultrapure water for solutions
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Spectrometer
SpectraPro 2500i
Princeton Instruments
Characterize transmittance curves of optical components
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NIR-CW-laser
Changchun Liangli Photoelectric
Excite UCNPs in gold-standard method
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Single-lens Reflex Camera
D90
Nikon
Obtain fluorescence photos in gold-standard method
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Smartphone
Capture images and run UCNP-LFA App for analysis
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