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Outline I. The Introduction will present the study to the reader.

A. We will provide the definition of terms such as biosensor and implant, etc

1. The sensor is a transducer that converts the measurand (a quantity or a parameter) into a signal carrying information.

2. A biosensor is a sensor that uses a living component or products of living things for measurement or indication.

B. The authors will provide a brief history of the development of biosensors

1. We will enumerate a few medical alternatives used before the invention of biosensors.

2. Biosensors were first enzymatic sensors before being further developed.

II. The Body will contain most of the details regarding the processes behind biosensors.

A. Who uses Biosensors and what are they for?

1. It can be used to monitor blood oxygen

2. It can also be used to monitor key metabolites

3. It can also be used as screening appliances used by physicians

4. It can also be used as affinity sensors.

B. This part will explain the step by step process involved in the creation of biosensors.

1. A receptor is made to gather molecules.

2. It is then attached to a transducer that produces an electric signal.

3. The electric signal is then analyzed by professionals to be used for diagnosis.

C. There will be an enumeration of possible advantages of using biosensors in the future.

1. Screen printed biosensors are soon to become commercially available.

2. Biosensors could be used in the field of ergonomics, to make everyday tools less stressful.

III. This shall be the conclusion of the study.

A. There will be a short summary of the recent improvements in this technology.

1. Screen



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