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Biochips. Joseph Cullen BME 281. History. 1980- Walter Gilbert discovered DNA sequencing 1983- Kary Mullis worked to detect DNA through lab tests 1986- Leroy Hood discovered florescent-based DNA sequencing. What is a Biochip. Array of different chemicals and proteins
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Biochips Joseph Cullen BME 281
History • 1980- Walter Gilbert discovered DNA sequencing • 1983- Kary Mullis worked to detect DNA through lab tests • 1986- Leroy Hood discovered florescent-based DNA sequencing
What is a Biochip • Array of different chemicals and proteins • Each in its own dot on the chip • Used to run multiple tests simultaneously • Dot depend on the kind of test
Uses • Research • Forensics • Diagnosis • Identification
Process • DNA sample taken • DNA put over chip • cDNA and DNA on the chip match up • The chip is then scanned • Hooked up to a computer, which uses equations to determine the likeliness of the sickness
Benefits • Quicker Diagnosis
Concerns • Identity implants
Future • Be able to find the exact diagnosis through just using Biochip technology • Ability to diagnose and treat more people in third world countries • Low cost tests
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