Colorimetric detection of SARS‐CoV‐2 variants with paper‐based analytical devices. Issue 1 (18th March 2023)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Wang, Qi; Chen, Zhaowei; Yang, Huanghao
• Is Part Of: MedComm. Volume 2:Issue 1(2023)
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• Publication Date: 2023-03-18
• Subjects: Biomedical materials -- Periodicals; Biomedical materials; Periodicals; 610.284
• DOI: 10.1002/mba2.35
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2769-643X

Abstract

Abstract : Given that the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SRAS‐CoV‐2) virus keeps mutating during the COVID‐19 pandemic, there is an urgent need to develop a quick and convenient test method to detect real‐life samples for mass on‐site screening. Zhang et al. proposed a novel strategy for rapid detection and discrimination of SARS‐CoV‐2 and its variants at rather low cost utilizing a subtly designed DNA probe. By combining with a paper‐based colorimetric amplification platform, the results could be analyzed by the naked eyes or a widely used smartphone.