研究目的
To develop a ratiometric fluorescence resonance energy transfer (FRET) aptasensor based on G-quadruplex specific dye thioflavin T (ThT) for robust and ultrafast detection of ochratoxin A (OTA) toxin.
研究成果
The G-quadruplex specific dye-based FRET aptasensor provides a robust, sensitive, and ultrafast method for OTA detection, with high specificity and applicability to complex food samples. It offers improved signal-to-background ratio and resistance to probe concentration variations, making it suitable for on-site monitoring in food safety and environmental screening.
研究不足
The assay may be influenced by the complex composition of real samples, as indicated by variations in recovery rates. The design is specific to aptamers with G-quadruplex structures, limiting generalizability to other targets without such structures. Potential interference from environmental factors in 'turn-off' modes is noted, but the ratiometric approach mitigates this.
1:Experimental Design and Method Selection:
The design utilizes the intrinsic G-quadruplex structure of aptamers and the specific binding of ThT to this structure. A FRET-based ratiometric approach is employed, with FAM-labeled aptamer as the acceptor and ThT as the donor. The method involves homogeneous analysis in solution at room temperature.
2:Sample Selection and Data Sources:
OTA toxin, other toxins (aflatoxins B1, B2, M1, zearalenone), amino acids (tyrosine, leucine, histidine, arginine), and real samples (coffee and oat) were used. OTA aptamer with specific sequence was synthesized and labeled.
3:List of Experimental Equipment and Materials:
Reagents include ochratoxin A, aflatoxins, zearalenone, amino acids, thioflavin T, coffee, oat, Tris-HCl buffer, NaCl, CaCl2, KCl. Equipment includes fluorescence microplate reader Synergy H1, F-7000 fluorophotometer, Evolution 201 UV-Visible Spectrophotometer.
4:Experimental Procedures and Operational Workflow:
For OTA detection, FAM-labeled aptamer and ThT are mixed with reaction buffer, then OTA is added and incubated for 30 s. Fluorescence spectra are measured at excitation wavelengths of 425 nm and 485 nm. Real-time fluorescence and UV-Vis spectra are also recorded. Sample preparation for coffee and oat involves filtration, dilution, extraction, and centrifugation.
5:Data Analysis Methods:
Fluorescence intensity ratios (485Ex/425Ex) are calculated for ratiometric detection. Calibration curves are plotted, and limit of detection is determined based on standard deviations. Specificity is tested by comparing responses to different analytes.
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fluorophotometer
F-7000
Hitachi
Measuring fluorescent spectra
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UV-Visible Spectrophotometer
Evolution 201
Thermo Scientific
Collecting UV-Vis spectra
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fluorescence microplate reader
Synergy H1
BioTek
Measuring fluorescent spectra and real-time fluorescence analysis
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OTA aptamer
5′-GAT CGG GTG TGG GTG GCG TAA AGG GAG CAT CGG ACA-3′
Shanghai Sangon Biological Engineering Technology & Services Co., Ltd
Recognition of ochratoxin A (OTA) target
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thioflavin T
Sigma-Aldrich
G-quadruplex specific dye, acts as FRET donor
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ochratoxin A
Fermentek Ltd.
Target toxin for detection
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aflatoxin B1
Fermentek Ltd.
Interfering toxin in specificity tests
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aflatoxin B2
Fermentek Ltd.
Interfering toxin in specificity tests
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aflatoxin M1
Fermentek Ltd.
Interfering toxin in specificity tests
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zearalenone
Fermentek Ltd.
Interfering toxin in specificity tests
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tyrosine
Shanghai Macklin Biochemical Co., Ltd
Interfering amino acid in specificity tests
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leucine
Shanghai Macklin Biochemical Co., Ltd
Interfering amino acid in specificity tests
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histidine
Shanghai Macklin Biochemical Co., Ltd
Interfering amino acid in specificity tests
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arginine
Shanghai Macklin Biochemical Co., Ltd
Interfering amino acid in specificity tests
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FAM-labeled OTA aptamer
HPLC purified
Shanghai Sangon Biological Engineering Technology & Services Co., Ltd
FRET acceptor in the aptasensor
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