biochips
Living circuit elements
Biochips are small devices that use biological molecules—typically DNA, proteins, or cells—arranged on a solid surface to analyze biological samples.
A DNA biochip (or microarray) can test for thousands of genetic variations simultaneously.
The term also refers to microchips designed for implantation in living tissue, used for identification in pets or, experimentally, in humans: The dog's biochip contained the owner's contact information.
Gene expression detection tool
- lab-on-a-chipMiniaturized diagnostic analysis platform
- siliconMetalloid in electronics
- miniaturizationReducing physical scale significantly
- semiconductorPartial electrical conductor
lithography · photolithography · etching · sputtering · deposition · cleanroom · wafer · MEMS
Compositional evaluation procedure
- screeningEvaluative selection process
- detectionAct of finding something
- PCRDNA amplification technique
- point-of-careAt the treatment site
biomarkers · pathogens · antibodies · sensitivity · specificity · multiplexing · analyte · antigen
Determining element order
- hybridizationMixing distinct genetic lines
- probeThorough examination or tool
- genotypingAnalyzing DNA variants
- RNAGene expression molecule
Administering medicine to body
- biocompatibilityHarmlessness to living systems
- encapsulationSurrounding on all sides
- real-timeOccurring without processing delay
- subcutaneousBelow the skin
Gene-based drug response study
- food-safetyProtecting consumables from contamination
- forensicsScientific crime-scene analysis
- veterinaryRelating to animal healthcare
microarray
Gene expression detection tool
- lab-on-a-chipMiniaturized diagnostic analysis platform
- siliconMetalloid in electronics
- miniaturizationReducing physical scale significantly
semiconductor · lithography · photolithography · etching · sputtering · deposition · cleanroom · wafer · MEMS · microfabrication
assay
Compositional evaluation procedure
- screeningEvaluative selection process
- detectionAct of finding something
- PCRDNA amplification technique
point-of-care · biomarkers · pathogens · antibodies · sensitivity · specificity · multiplexing · analyte · antigen · threshold
sequencing
Determining element order
- hybridizationMixing distinct genetic lines
- probeThorough examination or tool
- genotypingAnalyzing DNA variants
RNA · nucleotides · fluorescence · cDNA
drug-delivery
Administering medicine to body
- biocompatibilityHarmlessness to living systems
- encapsulationSurrounding on all sides
- real-timeOccurring without processing delay
subcutaneous · cochlear · biodegradable · telemetry · closed-loop
pharmacogenomics
Gene-based drug response study
- food-safetyProtecting consumables from contamination
- forensicsScientific crime-scene analysis
- veterinaryRelating to animal healthcare
peptide
Short amino acid chain
- sensorstemperature sensor, pressure sensors, heat sensor, ammeter, motion sensor
- biocomputingwetware
- microfluidicsmicrochannel, microchannels, micropump, lab-on-a-chip, laminar flow
- Microsystemsmicrosensors, microfabrication, micromachining, accelerometers, gyroscopes
- microbiologybacteria, bacterium, microbe, microbes, microorganisms
- hybridizationhybridization, crossbreeding, interbreeding, cross-pollination, hybrid vigor