Applications of 3D-Printed Electrochemical Sensors in Medical Diagnostics
Additively Manufactured Electrochemical Sensors: Design, Performance and Applications, wiley, ss.177-250, 2025
- Yayın Türü: Kitapta Bölüm / Araştırma Kitabı
- Basım Tarihi: 2025
- Doi Numarası: 10.1002/9781394303434.ch8
- Yayınevi: wiley
- Sayfa Sayıları: ss.177-250
- Anahtar Kelimeler: 3D printing, Additive manufacturing, Electrochemistry, Lab-on-a-chip, Point-of-care diagnostics, Wearable sensors
- Ankara Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet
Özet
The integration of 3D printing technology with electrochemical sensors has paved the way for innovative advancements in medical diagnostics. This chapter presents a detailed overview of the synergistic amalgamation of 3D printing techniques and electrochemical techniques, highlighting their potential applications in the realm of medical diagnostics is achieved. This chapter elucidates various 3D printing techniques employed in fabricating electrochemical sensors, encompassing stereolithography, fused deposition modeling, and selective laser sintering, among others. Each technique's strengths and limitations are examined in the context of sensor fabrication, emphasizing their role in achieving precise geometries and intricate designs conducive to enhanced sensor performance. Subsequently, the chapter delves into electrochemical methods utilized for sensing applications, elucidating principles such as amperometry, voltammetry, and impedance spectroscopy. Through a systematic exploration of these techniques, the chapter elucidates their suitability for detecting biomarkers and analytes pertinent to medical diagnostics, underscoring the importance of sensitivity, selectivity, and rapid response in clinical settings. Moreover, in this chapter, the utilization and application of 3D-printed electrochemical sensors in medical diagnostics are thoroughly investigated. It delineates their role in detecting various biomarkers related with diseases such as cancer, infectious diseases, diabetes, and neurological disorders. Case studies exemplifying the deployment of these sensors in real-world diagnostic scenarios are presented, showcasing their efficacy in providing rapid, accurate, and cost-effective diagnostic solutions. The chapter emphasizes the revolutionary potential of 3D-printed electrochemical sensors in revolutionizing medical diagnostics. By synergistically leveraging 3D printing techniques and electrochemical methods, these sensors offer unprecedented opportunities for personalized medicine, early disease determination, and point-of-care diagnostics, thereby contributing significantly to improving healthcare outcomes and enhancing patient well-being.