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Cell metabolism monitoring using a microfluidic cartridge with enzyme-based microreactors

Nico de Rooij
2012
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We present a novel microfluidic approach for on-line analysis of cell metabolism by simultaneous measurement of two important indicators (glucose and lactate) in a small volume (100 µl) of cell-culture medium. The in-vitro study of cell metabolism is especially valuable for evaluating the effect of toxins on physiochemical state of living organisms

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Nico de Rooij
2012
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