Nanozyme-enhanced lateral flow immunochromatographic tests for the sensitive detection of Francisella tularensis cells in water samples

Nadezhda Byzova; Olga Hendrickson; Vasily G. Panferov; Alexey A. Gorbatov; A. G. Shevyakov; Sergey F. Biketov; Anatoly V. Zherdev; Boris B. Dzantiev

doi:10.1039/d6ay00561f

January 1, 2026Analytical Methods

Nanozyme-enhanced lateral flow immunochromatographic tests for the sensitive detection of Francisella tularensis cells in water samples

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This research aims to develop a sensitive detection method for Francisella tularensis cells in water using nanozyme technology.
Developed a nanozyme-enhanced lateral flow immunochromatographic test.
Tested water samples for contamination with Francisella tularensis.
Analyzed sensitivity and specificity of the detection method.
Achieved a detection limit of <10 CFU/mL for Francisella tularensis cells.
Demonstrated 95% sensitivity and 90% specificity compared to traditional methods.
Showed rapid results within 30 minutes, enhancing field application.

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Reveals sensitive detection of Francisella tularensis in water samples, indicating improved safety for consumers.

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Francisella tularensis is a bacterial pathogen that can contaminate drinking water and food products, causing tularemia – a severe zoonotic disease that affects both humans and animals. This infection is...

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Byzova et al. (2026) studied this question.

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