Microfluidics and Nanotechnology

6 Two-Dimensional Paper Networks for Automated Multistep Processes in Point-of-Care Diagnostics^*

Elain Fu, Barry Lutz and Paul Yager

CONTENTS

6.1 Introduction to 2DPNs

6.1.1 Need for Assays with Improved Performance that are Designed for Use in Low-Resource Settings

6.1.2 Paper-Based Diagnostic Devices: A Potential Solution

6.1.3 Paper Networks for Automated Multistep Sample Processing

6.1.4 Paper Microfluidics Toolbox: Analogs of Pump Controls and Valves in Paper Networks

6.2 Applications of 2DPNs

6.2.1 Sample Dilution and Mixing

6.2.2 Small Molecule Extraction

6.2.3 Signal Amplification

6.2.4 Selected Advances That Complement Paper Microfluidics Technology

6.3 Summary

References

6.1 Introduction to 2DPNS

6.1.1 Need for Assays with Improved ...