UT Dallas Researchers Develop Proof-of-Concept Rapid Test
Researchers at the University of Texas at Dallas have developed a groundbreaking handheld sensor capable of detecting fentanyl in urine within seconds. This proof-of-concept technology offers 98% accuracy in identifying even trace amounts of fentanyl using a compact, portable device—eliminating the need for costly and time-consuming laboratory analysis. According to Dr. Shalini Prasad, professor and head of bioengineering at the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science, the prototype is a step toward a saliva-based fentanyl test. Additionally, the sensor could be used to detect fentanyl in substances by dissolving a sample in water and applying the liquid to the device.
UT Dallas Researchers Develop Proof-of-Concept Rapid Test