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  • Molecular Diagnostics
  • Nanotechnology

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  • Accurate cancer diagnosis relies on sensitive detection of biomarkers.
  • Current single-target detection methods often lack the specificity needed for reliable diagnosis.
  • Simultaneous detection of multiple biomarkers can improve diagnostic accuracy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a novel AND-gate logic DNA walker for simultaneous detection of miRNA-21 and FEN1.
  • To enhance the specificity and sensitivity of cancer biomarker detection.
  • To create a model for multi-target biosensing systems.

Main Methods:

  • An AND-gate DNA walker system utilizing gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) and DNA strands.
  • Immobilization of a capture strand on AuNPs for miRNA-21 binding.
  • Hybridization with a fluorescent-tagged track strand, followed by FEN1-mediated cleavage.
  • Detection of released fluorescence signals for quantification.

Main Results:

  • Achieved detection limits of 23.3 pM for miRNA-21 and 0.097 pg/μL for FEN1.
  • Demonstrated high sensitivity and specificity in detecting both biomarkers simultaneously.
  • Successfully performed intracellular in situ imaging of miRNA-21 and FEN1.

Conclusions:

  • The developed AND-gate DNA walker enables precise and sensitive simultaneous detection of two cancer biomarkers.
  • This system offers a significant advancement for cancer diagnosis and understanding disease mechanisms.
  • The DNA walker serves as a versatile platform for developing advanced multi-target detection systems.