Advances in Portable and Wearable Sensing Systems for Biochemical Monitoring
Xuexing Zhao1, Zetao Chen1,2, Yanli Lu1
1School of Disaster and Emergency Medicine, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, China.
Biosensors
|April 27, 2026
Summary
Biological detection technologies are crucial for diagnosing diseases and managing health. Advancements in this field improve patient outcomes and healthcare efficiency.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Molecular Diagnostics
- Health Informatics
Background:
- Biological detection technologies are essential for modern healthcare.
- Early and accurate disease diagnosis improves patient prognosis and treatment efficacy.
- Effective health management relies on continuous monitoring and timely interventions.
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