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Zhang X, Wang Y, He X, Yang Y, Chen X, Li J. Advances in microneedle technology for biomedical detection. Biomater Sci 2024; 12:5134-5149. [PMID: 39225488 DOI: 10.1039/d4bm00794h] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/04/2024]
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Microneedles have recently emerged as a groundbreaking technology in the field of biomedical detection. Notable for their small size and ability to penetrate the superficial layers of the skin, microneedles provide an innovative platform for localized and real-time detection. This review explores the integration of various detection methods with microneedle technology, focusing particularly on its applications in biomedical contexts. First, the common detection methods, such as colorimetric, electrochemical, spectrometric, and fluorescence methods, combined with microneedle technology, are summarized. Then we showcase exemplary uses of microneedle technology in biomedical detection, including the monitoring of blood glucose levels, evaluating infection statuses in skin wounds, facilitating point-of-care testing, and identifying biomarkers in the interstitial fluid of the skin. Microneedle-based detection, with its painless, minimally invasive, and biocompatible approach, holds significant promise for enhancing biological assays. Finally, the review concludes by assessing the future potential and challenges of microneedle detection technology, underscoring its transformative capacity to advance personalized medicine and revolutionize healthcare practices.
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- Xinmei Zhang
- College of Medicine, Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu 610003, China.
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- College of Medicine, Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu 610003, China.
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- College of Medicine, Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu 610003, China.
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- The Third People's Hospital of Chengdu, Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu, China
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- College of Medicine, Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu 610003, China.
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- College of Polymer Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610065, China
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Tabatabaee RS, Naghdi T, Peyravian M, Kiani MA, Golmohammadi H. An Invisible Dermal Nanotattoo-Based Smart Wearable Sensor for eDiagnostics of Jaundice. ACS NANO 2024. [PMID: 39356285 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.4c06191] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/03/2024]
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Despite substantial progress in the diagnosis of jaundice/hyperbilirubinemia as the most common disease and cause of hospitalization of newborns, on the eve of Industry/Healthcare 5.0, the development of accurate and reliable wearable diagnostic sensors for noninvasive smart monitoring of bilirubin (BIL) is still in high demand. Aiming to fabricate a smart wearable sensor for early diagnosis of neonatal jaundice and its therapeutic monitoring, we here report a fluorescent dermal nanotattoo that further coupled with an IoT-integrated wearable optoelectronic reader for minimally invasive, continuous, and real-time monitoring of BIL in interstitial fluid. Selective recovery of quenched fluorescence of the dermal tattoo sensor, composed of biocompatible dissolving/hydrogel microneedles loaded with fluorescent carbon quantum dots, upon blue light exposure used for jaundice phototherapy was utilized for highly selective BIL sensing. The fascinating features of our developed smart wearable tattoo sensor and its successful results with high correlation with blood BIL results make it a highly promising sensor for easy, minimally invasive, reliable, and smart eDiagnostics and continuous therapeutic eMonitoring of jaundice and other BIL-induced diseases at the point of care. We envision that the developed nanotattoo sensing bioplatform will inspire the development of future smart tattoo sensors in various diagnostic and monitoring scenarios.
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- Raziyeh Sadat Tabatabaee
- Nanosensor Bioplatforms Laboratory, Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Research Center of Iran, Tehran 14335-186, Iran
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- Nanosensor Bioplatforms Laboratory, Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Research Center of Iran, Tehran 14335-186, Iran
- IMTEK - Department of Microsystems Engineering, University of Freiburg, Freiburg 79110, Germany
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- Nanosensor Bioplatforms Laboratory, Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Research Center of Iran, Tehran 14335-186, Iran
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- Nanosensor Bioplatforms Laboratory, Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Research Center of Iran, Tehran 14335-186, Iran
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- Nanosensor Bioplatforms Laboratory, Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Research Center of Iran, Tehran 14335-186, Iran
- IMTEK - Department of Microsystems Engineering, University of Freiburg, Freiburg 79110, Germany
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Ma C, Li X, Mao N, Wang M, Cui C, Jia H, Liu X, Sun Q. Semi-invasive wearable clinic: Solution-processed smart microneedle electronics for next-generation integrated diagnosis and treatment. Biosens Bioelectron 2024; 260:116427. [PMID: 38823368 DOI: 10.1016/j.bios.2024.116427] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2024] [Revised: 05/16/2024] [Accepted: 05/23/2024] [Indexed: 06/03/2024]
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The integrated smart electronics for real-time monitoring and personalized therapy of disease-related analytes have been gradually gaining tremendous attention. However, human tissue barriers, including the skin barrier and brain-blood barrier, pose significant challenges for effective biomarker detection and drug delivery. Microneedle (MN) electronics present a promising solution to overcome these tissue barriers due to their semi-invasive structures, enabling effective drug delivery and target-analyte detection without compromising the tissue configuration. Furthermore, MNs can be fabricated through solution processing, facilitating large-scale manufacturing. This review provides a comprehensive summary of the recent three-year advancements in smart MNs development, categorized as follows. First, the solution-processed technology for MNs is introduced, with a focus on various printing technologies. Subsequently, smart MNs designed for sensing, drug delivery, and integrated systems combining diagnosis and treatment are separately summarized. Finally, the prospective and promising applications of next-generation MNs within mediated diagnosis and treatment systems are discussed.
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- Chao Ma
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhengzhou Key Laboratory of Flexible Electronic Materials and Thin-Film Technologies, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China
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- National Center for International Joint Research of Micro-nano Molding Technology, School of Mechanics and Safety Engineering, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhengzhou Key Laboratory of Flexible Electronic Materials and Thin-Film Technologies, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhengzhou Key Laboratory of Flexible Electronic Materials and Thin-Film Technologies, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhengzhou Key Laboratory of Flexible Electronic Materials and Thin-Film Technologies, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhengzhou Key Laboratory of Flexible Electronic Materials and Thin-Film Technologies, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhengzhou Key Laboratory of Flexible Electronic Materials and Thin-Film Technologies, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhengzhou Key Laboratory of Flexible Electronic Materials and Thin-Film Technologies, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China.
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Li Z, Wang Y, Zhang R, Liu Z, Chang Z, Deng Y, Qi X. Microneedles-Based Theranostic Platform: From the Past to the Future. ACS NANO 2024; 18:23876-23893. [PMID: 39177073 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.4c04277] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/24/2024]
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Fully integrated theranostic devices are highly esteemed in clinical applications, offering immense potential in real-time disease monitoring and personalized care. Microneedles (MNs), as innovative and wearable devices, boast important advantages in biosensing and therapy, thus holding significant promise in the advancement of diagnostic and therapeutic platforms. Encouragingly, advancements in electrochemical sensing technology, micronano fabrication, and biocompatible materials are propelling momentum for MNs-based closed-loop systems, enhancing detection capabilities, biocompatibility, and cost-effectiveness. Moreover, the notable progress in integrating MN chips with other biochips signifies a frontier for growth. Successful clinical trials in target molecule monitoring and drug delivery domains herald excellent clinical translational prospects for the aforementioned theranostic platform. Finally, we delineate both challenges and opportunities in the development of integrated diagnostic and therapeutic MN systems, including continuous monitoring, intelligent control algorithms, safety, and regulatory considerations.
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- Ziyang Li
- School of Medical Technology, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing 100081, China
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- School of Medical Technology, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing 100081, China
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- School of Medical Technology, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing 100081, China
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- School of Medical Technology, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing 100081, China
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- Civil and Resource Engineering School, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, China
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- School of Medical Technology, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing 100081, China
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- School of Medical Technology, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing 100081, China
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Pei S, Babity S, Sara Cordeiro A, Brambilla D. Integrating microneedles and sensing strategies for diagnostic and monitoring applications: The state of the art. Adv Drug Deliv Rev 2024; 210:115341. [PMID: 38797317 DOI: 10.1016/j.addr.2024.115341] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2024] [Revised: 04/23/2024] [Accepted: 05/18/2024] [Indexed: 05/29/2024]
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Microneedles (MNs) offer minimally-invasive access to interstitial fluid (ISF) - a potent alternative to blood in terms of monitoring physiological analytes. This property is particularly advantageous for the painless detection and monitoring of drugs and biomolecules. However, the complexity of the skin environment, coupled with the inherent nature of the analytes being detected and the inherent physical properties of MNs, pose challenges when conducting physiological monitoring using this fluid. In this review, we discuss different sensing mechanisms and highlight advancements in monitoring different targets, with a particular focus on drug monitoring. We further list the current challenges facing the field and conclude by discussing aspects of MN design which serve to enhance their performance when monitoring different classes of analytes.
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- Shihao Pei
- Faculté de pharmacie, Université de Montréal, 2940 Chemin de Polytechnique, Montréal, Québec H3T 1J4, Canada
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- Faculté de pharmacie, Université de Montréal, 2940 Chemin de Polytechnique, Montréal, Québec H3T 1J4, Canada
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- Leicester Institute for Pharmaceutical Innovation, Leicester School of Pharmacy, De Montfort University, Leicester LE1 9BH, United Kingdom.
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- Faculté de pharmacie, Université de Montréal, 2940 Chemin de Polytechnique, Montréal, Québec H3T 1J4, Canada.
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Sun H, Zheng Y, Shi G, Haick H, Zhang M. Wearable Clinic: From Microneedle-Based Sensors to Next-Generation Healthcare Platforms. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2023; 19:e2207539. [PMID: 36950771 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202207539] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 19.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2022] [Revised: 02/24/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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The rapid development of wearable biosensing calls for next-generation devices that allow continuous, real-time, and painless monitoring of health status along with responsive medical treatment. Microneedles have exhibited great potential for the direct access of dermal interstitial fluid (ISF) in a minimally invasive manner. Recent studies of microneedle-based devices have evolved from conventional off-line detection to multiplexed, wireless, and integrated sensing. In this review, the classification and fabrication techniques of microneedles are first introduced, and then the representative examples of microneedles for transdermal monitoring with different sensing modalities are summarized. State-of-the-art advances in therapeutic and closed-loop systems are presented to formulate guidelines for the development of next-generation microneedle-based healthcare platforms. The potential challenges and prospects are discussed to pave a new avenue toward pragmatic applications in the real world.
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- Hongyi Sun
- School of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Shanghai Key Laboratory for Urban Ecological Processes and Eco-Restoration, East China Normal University, Shanghai, 200241, China
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- Department of Chemical Engineering and Russell Berrie Nanotechnology Institute, Technion - Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, 320003, Israel
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- School of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Shanghai Key Laboratory for Urban Ecological Processes and Eco-Restoration, East China Normal University, Shanghai, 200241, China
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- Department of Chemical Engineering and Russell Berrie Nanotechnology Institute, Technion - Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, 320003, Israel
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- School of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Shanghai Key Laboratory for Urban Ecological Processes and Eco-Restoration, East China Normal University, Shanghai, 200241, China
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Zhou X, Huang S, Zhang D, Liu W, Gao W, Xue Y, Shang L. Gold Nanocluster-Based Fluorescent Microneedle Platform toward Visual Detection of ATP. Anal Chem 2023; 95:12104-12112. [PMID: 37525420 DOI: 10.1021/acs.analchem.3c02242] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/02/2023]
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Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) participates in the regulation of most biological processes, and the ATP level is closely associated with many diseases. However, it still remains challenging to achieve on-site monitoring of ATP in an equipment-free and efficient way. Microneedles, a minimally invasive technology that can extract biomarkers from liquid biopsies, have recently emerged as useful tools for early diagnosis of a broad range of diseases. In this work, we developed hydrogel microneedles that are loaded with ATP-specific dual-emitting gold nanoclusters (RhE-AuNCs) for fast sampling and on-needle detection of ATP. These RhE-AuNCs were photo-crosslinked to the hydrogel matrix to form a fluorescent microneedle patch. Based on the ATP-induced Förster resonance energy transfer in RhE-AuNCs, a highly selective, sensitive, and reliable ATP sensor was developed. Moreover, simultaneous capture and visual detection of ATP was achieved by the AuNC-loaded microneedle sensing platform, which exhibits promising sensing performance. This work provides a new approach to design a point-of-care ATP sensing platform, which also holds great potential for the further development of microneedle-based analytical devices.
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- Xiaomeng Zhou
- State Key Laboratory of Solidification Processing, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an 710072, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Solidification Processing, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an 710072, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Solidification Processing, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an 710072, China
- College of Chemistry and Environment Science, Shaanxi University of Technology, Hanzhong 723001, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Solidification Processing, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an 710072, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Solidification Processing, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an 710072, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Solidification Processing, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an 710072, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Solidification Processing, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an 710072, China
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Delbreil P, Banquy X, Brambilla D. Template-Based Porous Hydrogel Microparticles as Carriers for Therapeutic Proteins. ACS BIO & MED CHEM AU 2023; 3:252-260. [PMID: 37363081 PMCID: PMC10288498 DOI: 10.1021/acsbiomedchemau.3c00001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2023] [Revised: 02/24/2023] [Accepted: 02/27/2023] [Indexed: 06/28/2023]
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Hydrogels have been extensively researched for over 60 years for their limitless applications in biomedical research. In this study, porous hydrogel microparticles (PHMPs) made of poly(ethylene glycol) diacrylamide were investigated for their potential as a delivery platform for therapeutic proteins. These particles are made using hard calcium carbonate (CaCO3) templates, which can easily be dissolved under acidic conditions. After optimization of the synthesis processes, both CaCO3 templates and PHMPs were characterized using a wide range of techniques. Then, using an array of proteins with different physicochemical properties, the encapsulation efficiency of proteins in PHMPs was evaluated under different conditions. Strategies to enhance protein encapsulation via modulation of particle surface charge to increase electrostatic interactions and conjugation using EDC/NHS chemistry were also investigated. Conjugation of bovine serum albumin to PHMPs showed increased encapsulation and diminished release over time, highlighting the potential of PHMPs as a versatile delivery platform for therapeutic proteins such as enzymes or antibodies.
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Guirguis N, Machuca-Parra AI, Matoori S. Portable Near-Infrared Fluorometer for a Liposomal Blood Lactate Assay. ACS Pharmacol Transl Sci 2023; 6:907-912. [PMID: 37325442 PMCID: PMC10262319 DOI: 10.1021/acsptsci.3c00055] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2023] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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In sepsis, plasma lactate is a key biomarker of disease severity, prognosis, and treatment success. However, the median time to result for clinical lactate tests is 3 h. We recently reported a near-infrared fluorescent (NIRF) blood lactate assay that relies on a two-step enzymatic reaction in a liposomal reaction compartment. This assay was optimized in human blood and was capable of quantifying lactate in fresh capillary blood from human volunteers at clinically relevant concentrations in 2 min. However, these studies were performed with a tabletop fluorescence plate reader. For translation to the point of care, the liposomal lactate assay needs to be combined with a small portable NIR fluorometer. Portable NIR fluorometers were successfully used for the analysis of skin and soil samples, but reports for blood metabolite assays are scarce. We aimed at testing the performance of the liposomal lactate assay in combination with a commercial small portable NIR fluorometer. First, we tested the fluorophore of the liposomal lactate assay using the NIR dye sulfo-cyanine 7; we observed strong fluorescence signals and high linearity. Second, we performed the liposomal lactate assay in lactate-spiked human arterial blood using the portable fluorometer as the detector and observed strong and highly linear lactate sensing at clinically relevant lactate concentrations after 2 min. Finally, spiking fresh mouse blood with three clinically relevant lactate concentrations led to a significantly different response to all three concentrations after 5 min. These results highlight the usefulness of the tested portable NIR fluorometer for the liposomal lactate assay and motivate a clinical evaluation of this rapid and easy-to-use lactate assay.
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- Natalie Guirguis
- Faculté de Pharmacie, Université de Montréal, 2940 Chemin de Polytechnique, Montreal, Quebec H3T 1J4, Canada
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- Faculté de Pharmacie, Université de Montréal, 2940 Chemin de Polytechnique, Montreal, Quebec H3T 1J4, Canada
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- Faculté de Pharmacie, Université de Montréal, 2940 Chemin de Polytechnique, Montreal, Quebec H3T 1J4, Canada
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Yang J, Luo R, Yang L, Wang X, Huang Y. Microneedle-Integrated Sensors for Extraction of Skin Interstitial Fluid and Metabolic Analysis. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:9882. [PMID: 37373027 DOI: 10.3390/ijms24129882] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2023] [Revised: 06/02/2023] [Accepted: 06/06/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023] Open
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Skin interstitial fluid (ISF) has emerged as a fungible biofluid sample for blood serum and plasma for disease diagnosis and therapy. The sampling of skin ISF is highly desirable considering its easy accessibility, no damage to blood vessels, and reduced risk of infection. Particularly, skin ISF can be sampled using microneedle (MN)-based platforms in the skin tissues, which exhibit multiple advantages including minimal invasion of the skin tissues, less pain, ease of carrying, capacity for continuous monitoring, etc. In this review, we focus on the current development of microneedle-integrated transdermal sensors for collecting ISF and detecting specific disease biomarkers. Firstly, we discussed and classified microneedles according to their structural design, including solid MNs, hollow MNs, porous MNs, and coated MNs. Subsequently, we elaborate on the construction of MN-integrated sensors for metabolic analysis with highlights on the electrochemical, fluorescent, chemical chromogenic, immunodiagnostic, and molecular diagnostic MN-integrated sensors. Finally, we discuss the current challenges and future direction for developing MN-based platforms for ISF extraction and sensing applications.
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- Jie Yang
- State Key Laboratory of Targeting Oncology, National Center for International Research of Bio-Targeting Theranostics, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Bio-Targeting Theranostics, Collaborative Innovation Center for Targeting Tumor Diagnosis and Therapy, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning 530021, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Targeting Oncology, National Center for International Research of Bio-Targeting Theranostics, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Bio-Targeting Theranostics, Collaborative Innovation Center for Targeting Tumor Diagnosis and Therapy, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning 530021, China
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- Oujiang Laboratory (Zhejiang Lab for Regenerative Medicine, Vision and Brain Health), Wenzhou Institute, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Wenzhou 325001, China
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- Oujiang Laboratory (Zhejiang Lab for Regenerative Medicine, Vision and Brain Health), Wenzhou Institute, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Wenzhou 325001, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Targeting Oncology, National Center for International Research of Bio-Targeting Theranostics, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Bio-Targeting Theranostics, Collaborative Innovation Center for Targeting Tumor Diagnosis and Therapy, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning 530021, China
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Peng C, Jin L, Wang F, Yang H, He H. Laser transparent multiplexed SERS microneedles for in situ and real-time detection of inflammation. Biosens Bioelectron 2023; 225:115079. [PMID: 36738731 DOI: 10.1016/j.bios.2023.115079] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2022] [Revised: 12/19/2022] [Accepted: 01/10/2023] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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It is a significant challenge to perform painless invasive detection of inflammation progression in relation to the evolution of pH, redox potential, and reactive oxygen species (ROS) levels in an in situ and real-time manner. In this work, polydopamine-modified, silver nanoparticle-decorated poly (methyl methacrylate) microneedles (AgNPs@PDA@MNs) have been developed as a multiplexed surface enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) diagnostic platform. Using rhodamine 6G as the Raman signal molecule, the AgNPs@PDA@MNs demonstrated a significant enhancement with reasonable linearity in the range of 10-3-10-9 mol/L and the limit of detection is 1.0 × 10-10 mol/L 4-mercaptobenzoic acid, anthraquinone-2-carboxylic acid and para-aminothiophenol were covalently anchored on AgNPs@PDA@MNs SERS substrate. I1143/I1183, I1606/I1667 and I1143/I1077 were used as assay standards for pH, redox potential and ROS level detection, respectively. The SERS multiplexed transparent microneedles (SERS mtMNs) linearly responded to pH in the range of 4.0-8.0, redox potential in the range of 417.0-599.8 mV, and ROS levels in the range of 0-480 ng/mL, demonstrating a significant ability to detect complex inflammation in vivo, in situ and in real-time.
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- Cheng Peng
- The Education Ministry Key Lab of Resource Chemistry, Joint International Research Laboratory of Resource Chemistry of Ministry of Education, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Functional Materials, Shanghai Frontiers Science Center of Biomimetic Catalysis, Shanghai Normal University, Shanghai, 200234, China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Materiobiology and Dynamic Chemistry, Engineering Research Center for Biomedical Materials of Ministry of Education, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai, 200237, China
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- The Education Ministry Key Lab of Resource Chemistry, Joint International Research Laboratory of Resource Chemistry of Ministry of Education, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Functional Materials, Shanghai Frontiers Science Center of Biomimetic Catalysis, Shanghai Normal University, Shanghai, 200234, China.
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- The Education Ministry Key Lab of Resource Chemistry, Joint International Research Laboratory of Resource Chemistry of Ministry of Education, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Functional Materials, Shanghai Frontiers Science Center of Biomimetic Catalysis, Shanghai Normal University, Shanghai, 200234, China.
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- Frontiers Science Center for Materiobiology and Dynamic Chemistry, Engineering Research Center for Biomedical Materials of Ministry of Education, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai, 200237, China.
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Matoori S. Vesicular Diagnostics: A Spotlight on Lactate- and Ammonia-Sensing Systems. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2023; 6:1315-1322. [PMID: 36917016 DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.3c00042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/16/2023]
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Liposomes are a highly successful drug delivery system with over 15 FDA-approved formulations. Beyond delivering drugs, lipid and polymer vesicles have successfully been used for diagnostic applications. These applications range from more traditional uses, such as releasing diagnostic agents in a controlled manner, to leveraging the unique membrane properties to separate analytes and provide isolated reaction compartments in complex biological matrices. In this Spotlight on Applications, I highlight the complexities in the development and translation of diagnostic vesicles with two case studies, a liposomal reaction compartment for lactate sensing and a transmembrane pH-gradient polymersome for ammonia sensing.
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- Simon Matoori
- Faculté de Pharmacie, Université de Montréal, Montreal, Quebec H3T 1J4, Canada
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Wang J, Lu Z, Cai R, Zheng H, Yu J, Zhang Y, Gu Z. Microneedle-based transdermal detection and sensing devices. LAB ON A CHIP 2023; 23:869-887. [PMID: 36629050 DOI: 10.1039/d2lc00790h] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 26.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Microneedles have been expected for the construction of next-generation biosensors towards personalization, digitization, and intellectualization due to their metrics of minimal invasiveness, high integration, and favorable biocompatibility. Herein, an overview of state-of-the-art microneedle-based detection and sensing systems is presented. First, the designs of microneedle devices based on extraction mechanisms are concluded, corresponding to different geometries and materials of microneedles. Second, the targets of equipment-assisted microneedle detections are summarized, as well as the objective significance, revealing the current performance and potential scenarios of these microneedles. Third, the trend towards highly integrated sensors is elaborated by emphasizing the sensing principles (colorimetric, fluorometric and electronic manner). Finally, the key challenges to be tackled and the perspectives on future development are discussed.
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- Junxia Wang
- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory for Advanced Drug Delivery Systems, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China.
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- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory for Advanced Drug Delivery Systems, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China.
- Department of General Surgery, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310016, China
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- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory for Advanced Drug Delivery Systems, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China.
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- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory for Advanced Drug Delivery Systems, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China.
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- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory for Advanced Drug Delivery Systems, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China.
- Department of General Surgery, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310016, China
- Jinhua Institute of Zhejiang University, Jinhua, 321299, China
- Liangzhu Laboratory, Zhejiang University Medical Center, Hangzhou, 311121, China
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- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory for Advanced Drug Delivery Systems, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China.
- Department of Burns and Wound Center, Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310009, China
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- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory for Advanced Drug Delivery Systems, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China.
- Department of General Surgery, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310016, China
- Jinhua Institute of Zhejiang University, Jinhua, 321299, China
- Liangzhu Laboratory, Zhejiang University Medical Center, Hangzhou, 311121, China
- MOE Key Laboratory of Macromolecular Synthesis and Functionalization, Department of Polymer Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, China
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Singh P, Youden B, Carrier A, Oakes K, Servos M, Jiang R, Lin S, Nguyen TD, Zhang X. Photoresponsive polymeric microneedles: An innovative way to monitor and treat diseases. J Control Release 2023; 353:1050-1067. [PMID: 36549390 DOI: 10.1016/j.jconrel.2022.12.036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2022] [Revised: 12/13/2022] [Accepted: 12/14/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Microneedles (MN) technology is an emerging technology for the transdermal delivery of therapeutics. When combined with photoresponsive (PR) materials, MNs can deliver therapeutics precisely and effectively with enhanced efficacy or synergistic effects. This review systematically summarizes the therapeutic applications of PRMNs in cancer therapy, wound healing, diabetes treatment, and diagnostics. Different PR approaches to activate and control the release of therapeutic agents from MNs are also discussed. Overall, PRMNs are a powerful tool for stimuli-responsive controlled-release therapeutic delivery to treat various diseases.
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- Parbeen Singh
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Connecticut, United States; School of Food and Drug, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Fermentation Purification and Analysis, Shenzhen Polytechnic, Shenzhen 518055, China
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- Department of Chemistry, Cape Breton University, 1250 Grand Lake Road, Sydney, Nova Scotia B1P 6L2, Canada; Department of Biology, University of Waterloo, 200 University Ave W, Waterloo, Ontario N2L 3G1, Canada
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- Department of Chemistry, Cape Breton University, 1250 Grand Lake Road, Sydney, Nova Scotia B1P 6L2, Canada
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- Department of Biology, Cape Breton University, 1250 Grand Lake Road, Sydney, Nova Scotia B1P 6L2, Canada
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- Department of Biology, University of Waterloo, 200 University Ave W, Waterloo, Ontario N2L 3G1, Canada
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- Department of Medical Physics, Grand River Regional Cancer Centre, Kitchener, Ontario N2G 1G3, Canada
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- School of Food and Drug, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Fermentation Purification and Analysis, Shenzhen Polytechnic, Shenzhen 518055, China.
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Connecticut, United States.
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- Department of Chemistry, Cape Breton University, 1250 Grand Lake Road, Sydney, Nova Scotia B1P 6L2, Canada.
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Electrochemical Microneedles: Innovative Instruments in Health Care. BIOSENSORS 2022; 12:bios12100801. [PMID: 36290938 PMCID: PMC9599258 DOI: 10.3390/bios12100801] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2022] [Revised: 09/21/2022] [Accepted: 09/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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As a significant part of drug therapy, the mode of drug transport has attracted worldwide attention. Efficient drug delivery methods not only markedly improve the drug absorption rate, but also reduce the risk of infection. Recently, microneedles have combined the advantages of subcutaneous injection administration and transdermal patch administration, which is not only painless, but also has high drug absorption efficiency. In addition, microneedle-based electrochemical sensors have unique capabilities for continuous health state monitoring, playing a crucial role in the real-time monitoring of various patient physiological indicators. Therefore, they are commonly applied in both laboratories and hospitals. There are a variety of reports regarding electrochemical microneedles; however, the comprehensive introduction of new electrochemical microneedles is still rare. Herein, significant work on electrochemical microneedles over the past two years is summarized, and the main challenges faced by electrochemical microneedles and future development directions are proposed.
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Microneedle patch tattoos. iScience 2022; 25:105014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.isci.2022.105014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2022] [Revised: 07/24/2022] [Accepted: 08/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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