Bringing lab to the field: Exploring innovations in point-of-care diagnostics for the rapid detection and management of tropical diseases in resource-limited settings

Bringing lab to the field: Exploring innovations in point-of-care diagnostics for the rapid detection and management of tropical diseases in resource-limited settings

Tropical diseases present major health challenges in regions with limited resources, where access to advanced laboratory facilities is often scarce. This study explores the innovative techniques emerging in point-of-care (POC) diagnostics that are transforming the detection and treatment of tropical...

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Main Authors: Abdullahi Tunde Aborode, Ridwan Olamilekan Adesola, Godfred Yawson Scott, Emele Arthur-Hayford, Oche Joseph Otorkpa, Somuah Daniel Kwaku, Emmanuel Ebuka Elebesunu, Eghaghe Osadebamwen Nibokun, Ibude Jane Aruorivwooghene, Adetolase A. Bakre, Oluwaseun Adeolu Ogundijo, Olamilekan Gabriel Banwo, Oluwatobiloba Ige, Ibrahim O. Adelakun, Isreal Ayobami Onifade, Segun E. Ogungbemi, Boluwatife T. Dosunmu, Oluwaseunayo Deborah Ayando, Nike Idowu, Grace A. Adegoye, Olusegun Oluwaseun Jimoh
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: KeAi Communications Co. Ltd. 2025-01-01
Series:Advances in Biomarker Sciences and Technology
Subjects:
Point-of-care diagnostics
Rapid diagnostic
Tropical diseases
Global health
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2543106425000018
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Summary:Tropical diseases present major health challenges in regions with limited resources, where access to advanced laboratory facilities is often scarce. This study explores the innovative techniques emerging in point-of-care (POC) diagnostics that are transforming the detection and treatment of tropical diseases. These advancements aim to provide faster diagnosis, better medical care, and ongoing monitoring in areas where traditional diagnostic methods are not practical, combining the precision of laboratory testing with the accessibility of field-based solutions. The review focuses on rapid diagnostic tests, molecular diagnostic tools, and smartphone-based applications, analyzing their advantages, limitations, and potential impact on healthcare delivery. It also addresses the challenges and opportunities involved in deploying these technologies in resource-constrained environments. Key to their success is the need for interdisciplinary collaboration, sustainable funding models, and strong regulatory frameworks to ensure their effective integration into healthcare systems. The review emphasizes how point-of-care diagnostics can play a crucial role in reducing the burden of tropical diseases and advancing health equity on a global scale.
ISSN:2543-1064

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