Fear of needles? New biosensing patches mean no need to be jabbed for blood testing
This process can be uncomfortable, especially for individuals with a fear of needles A new microneedle patch that can detect biomarkers may be the solution Drawing blood is a convenient way for medical practitioners to get a glimpse of what is happening inside our bodies. It allows doctors to check for biomarkers of disease, such as antibodies, which indicate bacterial and viral infection. While this is a vital practice, drawing blood can be painful, especially for those who suffer from trypanophobia (an extreme fear of medical procedures involving needles). Fortunately, these biomarkers do...