USE OF INK-JET PRINTING TO PRODUCE DIFFRACTION-BASED BIOSENSORS

摘要

The present invention provides an inexpensive and sensitive device and method for detecting and quantifying analytes present in a medium. The device comprises a metalized film upon which is ink-jet printed a specific, predetermined pattern of binder, such as an antibody. Upon attachment of a target analyte to select areas of the plastic film upon which the binder is printed, diffraction of transmitted and/or reflected light occurs via the physical dimensions and defined, precise placement of the analyte. A diffraction image is produced which can be easily seen with the eye or, optionally, with a sensing device.