New Rapid Test Kit Detects Dengue Antibodies From Saliva
Friday, January 30, 2015 - 19:00
in Physics & Chemistry
Finding out whether you have been infected with dengue may soon be as easy as spitting into a rapid test kit. The Institute of Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (IBN) of A*STAR has developed a paper-based disposable device that will allow dengue-specific antibodies to be detected easily from saliva within 20 minutes. This device is currently undergoing further development for commercialization. read more