abstract |
Devices and systems for biomarker detection. In at least one embodiment of a device for analyzing the presence or absence of a diagnostic marker to be detected in a body fluid, the device comprises a container, wherein the container houses a sample reservoir having a sample input port in fluid connection with at least one detector array, wherein the detector array comprises at least one detector comprising a reaction chamber comprising an immobilized capture molecule, a stabilizing agent contained within the sample reservoir, the stabilizing agent useful to completely or substantially prevent degradation or inactivation of a diagnostic marker, and a reagent contained within the detector array, the reagent capable of undergoing a colorimetric reaction or displaying an optically detectable signal and capable of reacting with the diagnostic marker. |