Abstract Scope |
Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder, and it is important to identify early on to prevent serious health issues. Current methods of identifying Cystic Fibrosis using the sweat test are accurate but uncomfortable for children. This research looks into biosensors as a more comfortable and non-clinical alternative by using a polymer matrix, such as hydrogels, polyurethane, or carrageenan, to either suspend or hold chloride ionophore and polarity sensitive dye (PSD). Exposure to sweat shows a color change in response to elevated chloride ions present in the sweat of CF patients. |