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Bacterial Detection & Identification Using Electrochemical Sensors
Published on: April 23, 2013
A review on the recent achievements on coronaviruses recognition using electrochemical detection methods
Ezat Hamidi-Asl1, Leyla Heidari-Khoshkelat2, Jahan Bakhsh Raoof2
1Advanced Energy & Manufacturing Lab, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Akron, Akron, OH 44325, USA.
Abstract:
Various coronaviruses, which cause a wide range of human and animal diseases, have emerged in the past 50 years. This may be due to their abilities to recombine, mutate, and infect multiple species and cell types. A novel coronavirus, which is a family of severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) and Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS), has been termed COVID-19 by the World Health Organization (WHO). COVID-19 is the strain that has not been previously identified in humans. The early identification and diagnosis of the virus is crucial for effective pandemic prevention. In this study, we review shortly various diagnostic methods for virus assay and focus on recent advances in electrochemical biosensors for COVID-19 detection.
Insights
Early detection of COVID-19 is vital for pandemic control. This review highlights advances in electrochemical biosensors, offering a promising approach for rapid and accurate virus detection.
Area of Science:
- Virology
- Biotechnology
- Nanotechnology
Background:
- Coronaviruses have emerged frequently over the last 50 years, causing significant human and animal diseases.
- The novel coronavirus, COVID-19, a member of the SARS and MERS family, represents a new threat to global health.
- Effective pandemic prevention relies heavily on the early identification and diagnosis of emerging viral strains.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review existing diagnostic methods for viral assays.
- To focus on recent advancements in electrochemical biosensors for COVID-19 detection.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of diagnostic techniques.
- Analysis of recent research on electrochemical biosensor technology for viral detection.
Main Results:
- Electrochemical biosensors show significant potential for rapid and sensitive COVID-19 detection.
- These biosensors offer advantages over traditional diagnostic methods.
Conclusions:
- Advancements in electrochemical biosensors are crucial for timely COVID-19 diagnosis.
- Further development in this area can enhance pandemic preparedness and response.
