Sensing of ceftazidime antibiotics in human plasma through waveguide-enhanced Raman spectroscopy assisted by a mesoporous layer

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We report, to the best of our knowledge, the first Raman sensor for antibiotics spiked in human plasma using silicon nitride waveguides functionalized with a mesoporous silica top-cladding. Leveraging waveguiding signal enhancement, chemical enrichment, and molecular sieving, we demonstrate detection of 1 mg/l ceftazidime in plasma within 2 min. Ceftazidime quantification is achieved in plasma over 0, 20, 40, and 60 mg/l, demonstrating its potential for clinical use. Requiring minimal sample preparation, this method has great potential for point-of-need monitoring for optimal antibiotic therapy.
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  • European Research Council (267853, 780718)
  • Fonds Wetenschappelijk Onderzoek (I002620N)
  • Methusalem From Flemish Goverment (Smart Photonic Chips)

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