Researchers have developed a tumor marker detection system that uses a microwave photonics-powered dual-wavelength fiber laser sensing system optimized for high resolution screening.
The system uses an optical fiber to integrate optical detection and signal transmission, enhancing the performance of the screening process.
The micro-lasso-shaped optical fiber sensor generates dual-wavelength laser output that is analysed using microwave photonics, allowing for a nuanced examination of the sensing signals.
The refractive index sensitivity of the proposed biosensor system was an impressive 1083 nm/RIU through wavelength demodulation.
The biosensor system demonstrated an ideal detection resolution vastly improved over existing techniques in the realm of optical fiber sensing.
Trials using human serum samples successfully discriminated between differing levels of tumor markers in various samples, illustrating the sensor’s potential for incorporation into real-world diagnostics.
The mission of the study is to transform how cancer screenings are approached and to improve the likelihood of catching cancer at its earliest stages.
The research exemplifies a blend of interdisciplinary collaboration, marrying concepts of microwave technology with cutting-edge optical sensing.
The advancements made through this study promises to reshape the future of cancer detection, paving the way toward combating this pervasive disease.
The study heralds a new era in oncological diagnostics, where early detection through sophisticated sensing technology could become as routine as a standard blood test.