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Electrokinetics for sample preparation of biological molecules in biological samples using microfluidic systems
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posted on 2023-05-18, 07:55 authored by Shallan, AI, Rosanne Guijt, Michael BreadmoreMichael BreadmoreSample preparation is the first part of every analytical method, but is often considered only after the optimization of the method. It is traditionally performed using a range of techniques requiring extensive manual handling, with solid-phase extraction, liquid–liquid extraction, protein precipitation and ultracentrfiguation, among others, being used depending on the targets and the application. In this article, we will focus on alternatives based on electrokinetics for applications including sample clean-up, concentration and derivatization of large biological molecules (DNA, peptides and proteins) of diagnostic importance, as well as small molecules as a tool for therapeutic drug monitoring. This article describes these approaches in terms of mechanisms, applicability and potential to be integrated into a lab-on-a-chip device for directly processing biological samples. Examples dealing with treated or clean samples have been excluded except where they show exceptionally high value.
Funding
Australian Research Council
History
Publication title
BioanalysisVolume
6Issue
14Pagination
1961-1974ISSN
1757-6180Department/School
School of Natural SciencesPublisher
Future SciencePlace of publication
United KingdomRights statement
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