Microscale Fluidic Manipulation on a Paper Platform for Rapid Multiplex Detection of SARS-CoV-2 Genes

Pavithra Sukumar, Alla Saleh, Muhammedin Deliorman, Mohammad A. Qasaimeh

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Abstract

Here, we developed a novel paper-based microfluidic point-of-care diagnostic platform for multiplex detection of viral pathogen SARS-CoV-2 genes.The platform utilizes reverse transcription loop-mediated isothermal amplification (RT-LAMP) assay technology.Paper-based assay optimizations were carried out leading to achievement of a color readout at 10 copies/µL RNA sensitivity.We also demonstrated singleplex detection on microspots using colorimetric pH-based dye (phenol red), with pink indicating negative and yellow indicating positive results.Single-layered device is designed with radial quadrants for multiplexing, narrow fluidic resistors for preventing backflow, and fluidic ports for venting excess fluids.With our device, multiplex detection of various SARS-CoV-2 genes is possible.Moreover, we demonstrate rapid qualitative detection of positive or negative results in 2 and 4 min.In addition, to improve the visual detection of acidic pH yellow color on paper, we utilized in-situ gold nanoparticles (AuNP) synthesis on microspots, resulting in a pinkish-purple color change based on the concentration of the amplicon.The developed platform can be easily modified and optimized to detect other pathogens, such as viruses and bacteria, in both singleplex and multiplexed formats.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationProceedings of MARSS 2024 - 7th International Conference on Manipulation, Automation, and Robotics at Small Scales
EditorsSinan Haliyo, Mokrane Boudaoud, Massimo Mastrangeli, Pierre Lambert, Sergej Fatikow
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9798350376807
DOIs
StatePublished - 2024
Event7th International Conference on Manipulation, Automation, and Robotics at Small Scales, MARSS 2024 - Delft, Netherlands
Duration: Jul 1 2024Jul 5 2024

Publication series

NameProceedings of MARSS 2024 - 7th International Conference on Manipulation, Automation, and Robotics at Small Scales

Conference

Conference7th International Conference on Manipulation, Automation, and Robotics at Small Scales, MARSS 2024
Country/TerritoryNetherlands
CityDelft
Period7/1/247/5/24

Keywords

  • AuNPs
  • Colorimetric point-of-care diagnostics
  • Multiplexing
  • Paper microfluidics
  • RT-LAMP
  • SARS-CoV-2

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Control and Optimization
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Computer Science Applications
  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Control and Systems Engineering

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