This Fingertip Patch Tracks Parkinson's Medication Using Sweat
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Engineers at UC San Diego have developed a battery-free fingertip patch that continuously measures levodopa in sweat, with readings comparable to standard laboratory blood tests. The device could enable doctors to tailor medication schedules remotely rather than relying on subjective patient diaries.
This is published research with clinical testing; real-world rollout in medical practice will require regulatory approval and broader validation.
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