Lab-on-a-Chip Technologies: Transforming Diagnostics with Microfluidics

EasyChair Preprint no. 11273

Abstract

Lab-on-a-Chip (LoC) technologies, powered by the principles of Microfluidics, have revolutionized the landscape of diagnostics and analytical chemistry. This abstract offers a glimpse into the world of LoC technologies and their transformative impact on diagnostics through the lens of Microfluidics. These miniaturized systems enable precise manipulation of minute fluid volumes on a compact chip, making them ideal for a wide range of applications. They have significantly enhanced the speed, accuracy, and accessibility of diagnostic tests, enabling rapid disease detection, point-of-care testing, and real-time monitoring. In this abstract, we explore the core principles, innovations, and potential of LoC technologies and Microfluidics in transforming the future of diagnostics, emphasizing their critical role in advancing healthcare, biomedical research, and the global response to emerging diseases. The abstract concludes by underlining the continuing evolution of these technologies and their potential for further revolutionizing the field of diagnostics, paving the way for a more efficient and patient-centric healthcare system. The abstract discusses the foundational principles of microfluidics, highlighting its ability to precisely control and manipulate small fluid volumes. It further delves into the real-world applications of lab-on-a-chip devices in various fields, from healthcare and environmental monitoring to point-of-care testing. Through miniaturization and automation, these technologies offer advantages in terms of reduced sample volume, accelerated analysis times, and improved portability.

Keyphrases: Early disease detection, Healthcare, Microfluidics

@Booklet{EasyChair:11273,
  author = {Smith Milson and Emery Nixon},
  title = {Lab-on-a-Chip Technologies: Transforming Diagnostics with Microfluidics},
  howpublished = {EasyChair Preprint no. 11273},

  year = {EasyChair, 2023}}