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  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Nanotechnology
  • Analytical Chemistry

Background:

  • Lateral flow biosensors (LFBs) offer low-cost, rapid diagnostics with high sensitivity and specificity.
  • Nanoparticles (NPs) are crucial labels in lateral flow strip (LFS) design, impacting device performance.
  • Optimizing NP choice and detection methods is key to enhancing LFB capabilities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the application of diverse nanomaterials in LFBs.
  • To analyze various detection methods and signal enhancement strategies for LFBs.
  • To explore the integration of smartphones with LFBs for advanced diagnostics.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of nanomaterials used in LFBs.
  • Analysis of colorimetric, fluorescent, electrochemical, and magnetic detection methods.
  • Examination of signal amplification techniques and LFS architecture modifications.

Main Results:

  • Gold nanoparticles, carbon nanotubes, quantum dots, and up-converting phosphors are effective NP labels.
  • Diverse detection methods significantly influence LFB sensitivity and detection limits.
  • Signal enhancement strategies and smartphone integration offer pathways for improved LFB performance.

Conclusions:

  • Nanomaterials significantly enhance the performance of lateral flow biosensors.
  • A combination of advanced detection methods and signal enhancement strategies is vital for next-generation LFBs.
  • Integrating smartphones with LFBs promises more accessible and sophisticated point-of-care diagnostics.