Miniaturized electrophoresis: An integrated microfluidic cartridge with functionalized hydrogel-assisted LAMP for sample-to-answer analysis of nucleic acid

l and can potentially transform nucleic acid detection assays in healthcare settings. This study addresses key challenges in nucleic acid detection, such as ensuring sample quality and quantity, reducing reliance on sophisticated equipment, preventing contamination, simplifying procedures, and providing rapid and accurate diagnostics for emerging pathogens.