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Trends and challenges in electroanalytical biosensing methodologies for infectious viral diseases
Lakshmi R Panicker1, Shekher Kummari1, M R Keerthanaa1
1Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad, Palakkad, Kerala 678 557, India.
Bioelectrochemistry (Amsterdam, Netherlands)
|November 20, 2023
Summary
Rapid viral detection using portable biosensors is crucial for managing pandemics. This review highlights electroanalytical methods for screening viral antigens and genomic material, aiding diagnostics and public health strategies.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Analytical Chemistry
- Infectious Disease Diagnostics
Background:
- Viral pandemics cause significant global mortality and economic disruption.
- Inadequate detection and prevention protocols strain healthcare systems.
- Portable biosensors offer on-site, rapid viral pathogen detection.
Approach:
- This review summarizes innovative electroanalytical strategies for viral antigen screening.
- It details biosensor components: recognition elements and transduction techniques.
- Focuses on detecting viral genomic material (DNA/RNA) and capsid proteins.
Key Points:
- Electroanalytical biosensors enable rapid screening of viral components.
- Strategies for overcoming electroanalytical biosensing challenges are discussed.
- Advantages and disadvantages of biorecognition elements and nanozymes are evaluated.
Conclusions:
- Portable electroanalytical biosensors are vital for timely viral disease detection.
- This technology supports improved diagnostics and public health interventions.
- Insights benefit researchers in chemistry, biochemistry, and clinical diagnostics.
