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## Arizona State University Develops Rapid, Affordable Diagnostic Tool for Infectious Diseases
Researchers at Arizona State University have developed NasRED (Nanoparticle-Supported Rapid Electronic Detection), a breakthrough diagnostic tool that coudl transform how quickly and reliably illnesses like COVID-19, Ebola, AIDS, or Lyme disease are detected [[3]]. The test requires only a single drop of blood and delivers results in only 15 minutes [[3]].
NasRED can detect viruses with pinpoint accuracy, distinguishing them from other infections [[3]]. The device is simple, portable, and doesn’t require expensive equipment or specialized training, making it a potential public health game changer [[3]].
According too Chao Wang, the lead author of the study, “We have the speed and ease of use of a rapid antigen test with sensitivity that’s even better than lab-based tests. This is very arduous to achieve” [[3]].
The technology utilizes engineered gold nanoparticles coated with antibodies and antigens to detect diseases [[3]]. This allows for a fast, affordable, and portable test that could be used in resource-limited settings, enabling frontline health workers to detect infections early and prevent outbreaks [[3]].