Biosensor And Biochips @shivrajvlog

Biosensor ;-

It is a device consisting of an immobilized layer of biological material such as enzyme, antibody, hormone, nucleic acids, organelles or whole cells and its contact with a sensor. The sensor converts biological signals into an electrical signal. It is used in medical field and industries.

1. Blood glucose level can be detected.
2. Production of any toxin in the body due to infection can be detected.
3. Pollution in drinking water can be monitored.
4. Odour, freshness and taste of food can be measured.

Biochips ;-

Biochips are microchips which are developed by employing techniques of Biotechnology. In future, biological computers will be developed using biochips. Biochips will be useful in defence, medicine etc.