Advantages and disadvantages of iPOCT
| iPOCT | Methods | Advantage | Disadvantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light iPOCT | Absorb light | Results by naked eye, microvolume, high-throughput, template diversification, flexibility | Low sensitivity |
| Fluorescence | High sensitivity, multiple probe materials, biocompatibility, short time | Instability, toxic label | |
| Chemiluminescence | High sensitivity, waving external light source | Environmental influences/instability | |
| Electrochemical iPOCT | Potentiometry | Easy and fast operation, high accuracy and precision | Long analysis time |
| Voltammetry | High accuracy and good reproducibility, wide range of application | Current interference, noise current | |
| Impedance spectroscopy | Low system interference, simple data analysis | Uncertain data interpretation | |
| Amperometry | Large analysis range, high sensitivity | Interference result, short life |