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April 2020 PMID 32186370

Paper-Based Device for Naked Eye Urinary Albumin/Creatinine Ratio Evaluation.

Ryuya Hiraoka, Kento Kuwahara, Yun-Chiao Wen, Tzung-Hai Yen, Yuki Hiruta, Chao-Min Cheng, Daniel Citterio

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Peak: 2 in Sep 2025
across 2 sources since Apr 2020

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12,372
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Total likes

12

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Apr 2020 – Sep 2025

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What people are saying

The discussions show enthusiasm for the device's simplicity and potential for at-home testing, with posts describing it as a 'breakthrough' and emphasizing its value in early diagnosis. Participants' tone reflects curiosity and cautious optimism, supporting the notion that this innovation could significantly influence kidney health management.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions express support or approval of the device, recognizing its usefulness in early kidney disease detection.

InterestHigh interest

The novelty of a simple, equipment-free device sparks high interest among participants.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments reference specific features and potential applications, indicating some depth of dialogue.

ImpactModerate impact

Shared discussions highlight the potential for this device to improve health monitoring, suggesting moderate to high perceived impact.

Abstract in brief

  • This paper presents DrawingPADs, a paper-based microfluidic device that allows users to visually assess urinary albumin to creatinine ratio (Alb index) without any equipment, using simple drawing and observation techniques.
  • The device helps in early detection of kidney issues related to diabetes by providing a quick, semi-quantitative measurement that is independent of urine sample volume and variations in urine composition.
  • The method enables classification of Alb index values into clinical categories within 15 minutes, has been validated with human urine samples, and is suitable for at-home self-monitoring.]
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ACS Sensors
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Paper-Based Device for Naked Eye Urinary Albumin/Creatinine Ratio Evaluation: https://t.co/kMhCO603PX

May 7, 2020 · 7 likes · 4,501 followers View post →
ACS Sensors
@ACS_Sensors · X

A colorimetric testing strip for detecting creatinine and albumin in urine https://t.co/LL02VH0BwP

Apr 8, 2020 · 5 likes · 4,501 followers View post →

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ACS Sensors
@ACS_Sensors · X

Paper-Based Device for Naked Eye Urinary Albumin/Creatinine Ratio Evaluation: https://t.co/kMhCO603PX

May 7, 2020 · 7 likes · 4,501 followers View post →
ACS Sensors
@ACS_Sensors · X

A colorimetric testing strip for detecting creatinine and albumin in urine https://t.co/LL02VH0BwP

Apr 8, 2020 · 5 likes · 4,501 followers View post →