Abstract
As an important signaling molecule, hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) secreted externally by the cells influences cell migration, immunity generation, and cellular communications. Herein, we have developed a microfluidic approach with droplets in combination with Au nanoclusters for the sensitive detection of H2O2 secreted by a single cell. Isolated in the ultrasmall volume (4.2 nL) of a microdroplet, single-cell secreted H2O2 can initiate dramatic fluorescence changes of horseradish peroxidase-Au nanoclusters. We have demonstrated an ultrahigh sensitivity (200-400 attomole H2O2 directly measured from a single cell) with good specificity. It offers a useful research tool to study the cell-to-cell differences of H2O2 secretion at the single-cell level.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
