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In paper-based microfluidics, detection reagents are pre-deposited onto the paper areas before users introduce the samples for testing.
In paper-based microfluidics, detection reagents are pre-deposited onto the paper areas before users introduce the samples for testing.
False
A wax-printed 384-zone paper plate can be used after application of various dyes in microfluidic systems.
A wax-printed 384-zone paper plate can be used after application of various dyes in microfluidic systems.
True
Integration of indication reagents into the detection zones of devices is a step in creating complete devices in microfluidics.
Integration of indication reagents into the detection zones of devices is a step in creating complete devices in microfluidics.
True
Helen Murray Free was involved in the development of paper-based microfluidic systems in 1956.
Helen Murray Free was involved in the development of paper-based microfluidic systems in 1956.
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Lateral Flow Strips are commonly used in Microfluidic Paper-based Analytical Devices (µPADs).
Lateral Flow Strips are commonly used in Microfluidic Paper-based Analytical Devices (µPADs).
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The hydrophobic properties of paper play a significant role in the function of Microfluidic Paper-based Analytical Devices (µPADs).
The hydrophobic properties of paper play a significant role in the function of Microfluidic Paper-based Analytical Devices (µPADs).
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Lateral flow strips have high sample volumes for effective sample consumption.
Lateral flow strips have high sample volumes for effective sample consumption.
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Hydrophilic properties of paper are a disadvantage for paper-based microfluidics.
Hydrophilic properties of paper are a disadvantage for paper-based microfluidics.
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Paper parameters such as porosity and thickness do not impact the performance of microfluidic paper-based analytical devices.
Paper parameters such as porosity and thickness do not impact the performance of microfluidic paper-based analytical devices.
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Cellulosic materials are not commonly used in the fabrication of paper-based microfluidics.
Cellulosic materials are not commonly used in the fabrication of paper-based microfluidics.
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Paper-based microfluidic devices are not suitable for use in developing countries due to high cost.
Paper-based microfluidic devices are not suitable for use in developing countries due to high cost.
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Commercialized cheap dipsticks are not useful for diagnostics in developing countries.
Commercialized cheap dipsticks are not useful for diagnostics in developing countries.
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Paper-based microfluidic devices are commonly used for glucose monitoring.
Paper-based microfluidic devices are commonly used for glucose monitoring.
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The hematocrit portion of blood cells represents 80% of the blood volume.
The hematocrit portion of blood cells represents 80% of the blood volume.
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Graphite and gold inks are commonly used for screen printing electrodes on paper-based test strips.
Graphite and gold inks are commonly used for screen printing electrodes on paper-based test strips.
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Lateral flow strips rely on the hydrophobic properties of paper to function effectively.
Lateral flow strips rely on the hydrophobic properties of paper to function effectively.
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Cellulosic materials are a common component in microfluidic paper-based analytical devices.
Cellulosic materials are a common component in microfluidic paper-based analytical devices.
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Glucose monitoring can be done using an electrochemical detection method at electrodes.
Glucose monitoring can be done using an electrochemical detection method at electrodes.
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Microfluidic systems are not applicable for paper-based devices due to their complexity.
Microfluidic systems are not applicable for paper-based devices due to their complexity.
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