Using Photolithographically-Produced Micro-Channels with Controlled Pores to Create a Bacteria Filter for Blood

Authors

Sara Ehlert, Brigham Young University
Dr. Aaron Hawkins, Brigham Young University

Keywords

photolithographically, micro-channels, controlled pores, bacteria filter for blood

College

Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering and Technology

Department

Electrical and Computer Engineering

Abstract

The importance of blood to humans cannot be understated. Its important functions include transporting oxygen and nutrients around the body, preventing blood loss, fighting infection, carrying antibodies to fight infection, delivering waste products to the kidneys and liver to be removed from the body, and regulating body temperature [1]. Unfortunately, there are several severe diseases that are directly related to blood, including anemia, hemophilia, blood cancers, blood clotting problems, septicemia (blood poisoning), and sepsis. Furthermore, many important diagnostic tests are performed using blood, such as evaluating organs (e.g. kidney, liver, thyroid, and heart), diagnosing cancer, HIV/AIDS, diabetes, and medicine effectiveness [2]. Blood filtering is critical to both diagnosing and treating these conditions.

Recommended Citation

Ehlert, Sara and Hawkins, Dr. Aaron (2013) "Using Photolithographically-Produced Micro-Channels with Controlled Pores to Create a Bacteria Filter for Blood," Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2013: Iss. 1, Article 1928.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2013/iss1/1928