May-02-15
The AcµRay system detects biomarkers with sound, simplifying the process of diagnosing disease while still in their early stages.
In development by a team from Emory University, the AcµRay was designed to eliminate the need for the different sample preparation procedures typically required for different tests—saving time and reducing the chance of human error. The system consists of a diagnostic unit that attaches to a computer’s USB port and interfaces with a sensor containing a microchip coated with the chosen antibodies. When a blood sample is placed in the sensor, the biomarkers will stick to the chip and change its acoustic signature, which are then analyzed by the computer to deliver a result.
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