SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PATHOGEN DETECTION

摘要

Systems and methods for pathogen detection are described. A method for pathogen detection comprises collecting a sample from a subject, combining the sample with amplification substances, performing detection operations on the combined sample, analyzing the detection signals, and disposing of the combined sample. Embodiments of an apparatus for pathogen detection comprise a microfluidic disk having a plurality of reaction chambers for combining a sample and amplification substances. Further described apparatuses for pathogen detection comprise a storage unit, a sensor unit and a disposal unit.

主权项

1. A system for detecting a pathogen comprising:
a. a collector for collecting a sample from a subject; b. an assembly for receiving the sample, the assembly comprising:
i. a substrate layer; andii. an amplification layer comprising at least one amplification substance immobilized and functionalized to the substrate layer for interacting with a desired substance associated with the presence of the pathogen in the sample; c. a detector for receiving the assembly and for generating detection signals from the received assembly according to at least one detection modality; and d. a computing device for analyzing the detection signals and for determining presence or absence of the pathogen in the sample.