Self-powered microfluidic chips for multiplexed protein assays from whole blood

Lab Chip. 2009 Jul 21;9(14):2016-20. doi: 10.1039/b821247c. Epub 2009 Apr 16.

Abstract

We report herein on a self-powered, self-contained microfluidic-based chip designed to separate plasma from whole blood, and then execute an assay of a multiplexed panel of plasma biomarker proteins. The power source is based upon a chemical reaction that is catalytically triggered by the push of a button on the chip. We demonstrate assays of a dozen blood-based protein biomarkers using this automated, self-contained device. This platform can potentially permit high throughput, accurate, multiplexed blood diagnostic measurements in remote locations and by minimally trained individuals.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Biomarkers / blood
  • Blood Chemical Analysis / instrumentation*
  • Blood Proteins / analysis*
  • Dimethylpolysiloxanes / chemistry
  • Humans
  • Microfluidic Analytical Techniques / instrumentation*
  • Nylons / chemistry
  • Peroxides / chemistry
  • Pressure
  • Sensitivity and Specificity

Substances

  • Biomarkers
  • Blood Proteins
  • Dimethylpolysiloxanes
  • Nylons
  • Peroxides
  • poly(dimethylsiloxane)-polyamide copolymer