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Joohong Choi¹, Adi Wijaya Gani¹, Daniel J B Bechstein²

¹Department of Electrical Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305, USA.

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Summary

A new portable Eigen Diagnosis Platform (EDP) uses Giant Magnetoresistance (GMR) biosensors for rapid, low-cost quantitative immunoassay tests. This technology enables decentralized diagnostics outside traditional labs, improving healthcare access.

Keywords:

GMR sensor Magnetic nanoparticle One-step magnetic immunoassay Point of care Portable and rapid diagnostics Smartphone integration

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Area of Science:

Biomedical Engineering
Biosensor Technology
Point-of-Care Diagnostics

Background:

Quantitative immunoassays are crucial for diagnostics but are typically confined to centralized labs.
Current lab-based methods require trained personnel, multiple steps, and significant time, limiting accessibility.
There is a critical need for portable, user-friendly diagnostic tools, especially in remote or resource-limited settings.

Purpose of the Study:

To introduce the Eigen Diagnosis Platform (EDP), a novel portable quantitative immunoassay device.
To demonstrate the capabilities of the EDP, particularly its reliance on Giant Magnetoresistance (GMR) biosensor technology.
To showcase the potential of EDP for decentralized and multiplexed diagnostic applications.

Main Methods:

Development of the Eigen Diagnosis Platform (EDP) incorporating Giant Magnetoresistance (GMR) biosensor technology.
Design for a single-step user operation and rapid result output (<15 minutes).
Demonstration of multiplexed assay capabilities for detecting multiple biomarkers simultaneously.

Main Results:

The EDP provides quantitative immunoassay results in under 15 minutes with minimal user involvement.
The platform achieves high sensitivity in detecting human immunoglobulin G (IgG) and M (IgM) antibodies, down to 0.07 and 0.33 nanomolar, respectively.
Each test is cost-effective, estimated at less than US$4.

Conclusions:

The Eigen Diagnosis Platform (EDP) offers a portable, rapid, and cost-effective solution for quantitative immunoassays.
GMR biosensor technology enables multiplexed detection, expanding diagnostic possibilities.
EDP has the potential to significantly improve healthcare accessibility in underserved areas and enable new applications in non-clinical settings.