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This study introduces a novel, portable digital isothermal nucleic acid testing (NAT) platform. The pump-free microfluidic chip enables accurate quantification for point-of-care testing (POCT) in resource-limited settings.

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Area of Science:

  • Biotechnology
  • Microfluidics
  • Molecular Diagnostics

Background:

  • Digital PCR offers advanced nucleic acid quantification but relies on bulky, expensive equipment.
  • Current platforms are unsuitable for resource-limited settings and point-of-care testing (POCT).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a portable, low-cost digital isothermal nucleic acid testing (NAT) platform.
  • To overcome the limitations of existing complex NAT systems for broader accessibility.

Main Methods:

  • Designed a pump-free microfluidic chip with an open droplet array for spontaneous sample dispersion.
  • Integrated the chip with a smartphone-based handheld fluorescent signal reader.
  • Utilized digital isothermal NAT for quantitative analysis.

Main Results:

  • Achieved accurate quantification as low as 1 copy per μL of λDNA.
  • Demonstrated a potable, robust, and low-cost integrated NAT platform.
  • The system eliminates the need for external power and complex auxiliary equipment.

Conclusions:

  • The developed digital isothermal NAT platform is highly suitable for point-of-care testing (POCT).
  • This innovation holds significant potential for accessible and accurate nucleic acid quantification in diverse settings.