Advances and Opportunities in Point-of-Care Detection of Toxic Metals: A Review of Electrochemical and Non-Electrochemical Approaches

Key Points

• The review aims to summarize recent advancements in point-of-care detection methods for toxic metals.
• Literature review of detection technologies
• Comparison of electrochemical and non-electrochemical approaches
• Evaluation of portable and sensitive detection methods
• Highlights significant advances in point-of-care technologies
• Identifies the need for rapid detection to combat heavy metal contamination
• Suggests implications for human health and the environment