Ultra-Fast Electrochemical Sensor for Point-of-Care COVID-19 Diagnosis Using Non-Invasive Saliva Sampling

Ultra-Fast Electrochemical Sensor for Point-of-Care COVID-19 Diagnosis Using Non-Invasive Saliva Sampling

Posted by Adam Awdish on

Pooled Human Saliva from Innovative Research was used in the following study:

 

Ultra-Fast Electrochemical Sensor for Point-of-Care COVID-19 Diagnosis Using Non-Invasive Saliva Sampling

Ashwin Ramanujam, Sharilyn Almodovar, and Gerardine G. Botte

Processes
July 17, 2021

COVID-19 has shown that fast and reliable diagnostic tests are of the utmost importance during pandemics when viral infection rates are increasing at alarming rates. As we face a potential second/third wave of COVID-19 transmission the need for continued viral testing, as well as continued research into new reliable and rapid means of diagnosis, have become increasingly apparent.

The current standard method for SARS-CoV-2 detection is reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR), however this method requires specialized equipment and facilities, trained faculty, and time to complete the test and return results. Other rapid-screening efforts have been employed, however many of them fall short in terms of early antigen detection and many sample collection methods may be uncomfortable or unpleasant for patients. Further, tests that are easier to perform like nasal swabs require reagents, such as viral transport media, which are susceptible to shortages and potential logistical hurdles.

Considering the difficulties posed by the testing nasal swabs, blood tests, RT-PCR detection, etc., researchers have started looking into using neat saliva as a non-invasive sample to be collected and used for early COVID-19 detection and diagnosis. In this study, an ultra-fast SARS-CoV-2 detection sensor was developed that proved capable of detecting COVID-19 proteins in a saliva sample within 100 milliseconds. Further results show that the sensor is able to distinguish between SARS-CoV-2 and other viruses and matches the current gold standard for diagnosing early infection.

 

Related products available from Innovative Research also include:

Single Donor Human Whole Blood

Pooled Human Plasma (Blood Derived)

Single Donor Human Red Blood Cells Washed

  • Tags: Human Biological Fluids, Pooled Human Saliva

    • The next big thing: it's what you do. The biological research materials you need to discover it? That's what we do! We love seeing how our products are being used in real-life applications and contributing to scientific acheivements every day. With thousands of published references and decades of proven results, you can count on us to help you source the high-quality biomaterials you need that will deliver reliable, consistent results - kit to kit, lot to lot, all study long. So what are you waiting for? All great discoveries start somewhere... yours starts with Innovative Research! Get in touch with our team today!


    Related Posts

    We Have Biological Products and Research Materials to Assist Forensic Investigations
      Forensic crime labs use a variety of biological materials and techniques to analyze e...
    Read the Article
    Plasma MMP-3: A Novel Biomarker Predicting ARDS Patient Outcomes
    In the quest to enhance patient care in critical conditions, the discovery of predictiv...
    Read the Article
    Top 5 Biologicals to Buy Right Now
    Innovative Research is excited to share our top 5 biological products that are making w...
    Read the Article

    ← Older Post Newer Post →

    ×