Molecularly imprinted poly(o-aminophenol)-based electrochemical sensor for the quantitative detection of a VP28 biomarker for white spot syndrome virus

White spot syndrome virus (WSSV) is a deadly pathogen that can cause mass mortality within several days. VP28, known as a biomarker of WSSV, accounts for over half of the total envelope protein. It plays a crucial role in viral infection and is a useful diagnostic indicator for immunological detecti...

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Main Authors: Young-Ran Yun, Hyoung Jun Kim, Sung Yang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2025-12-01
Series:Sensors and Actuators Reports
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666053925000931
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Summary:White spot syndrome virus (WSSV) is a deadly pathogen that can cause mass mortality within several days. VP28, known as a biomarker of WSSV, accounts for over half of the total envelope protein. It plays a crucial role in viral infection and is a useful diagnostic indicator for immunological detection.Here, we developed a molecularly imprinted polymer (MIP)-based electrochemical sensor using a gold nanostructured electrode and assessed its performance in detecting VP28. The electropolymerized poly(o-aminophenol) film supplies specific binding sites complementary to VP28. The molecularly imprinted cavities were examined using electrochemical analysis to confirm their ability to recognize the target molecule. The sensor generates a response signal through label-free sensing with a redox probe. It demonstrated a detection limit of 7.01 ng/mL (S/N = 3) and an imprinting factor of 4.25 at 0.78–50 ng/mL concentrations. The selectivity study revealed a response signal 4.5 times higher for the target molecule than for interfering substances. Compared with the standard PCR method for real samples, the MIP-based sensor performed similarly according to virus concentration. These findings suggested that the MIP-based sensor is a simple and suitable alternative to conventional WSSV detection methods. This electrochemical sensing platform with electropolymerization of the molecularly imprinted polymer can promote the detection and monitoring of WSSV expressing VP28.
ISSN:2666-0539