Table 1.
Most important requirements to preserve the bioreceptor functionality
Biorecognition layer (complexity order increases to the bottom) | Main requests for functional integrity (the needs usually add up to the bottom) | |
---|---|---|
Single molecule | Aptamer / ion carrier (ionophore) | Appropriate withholding |
Antibody / DNA | pH and saline stability | |
Enzyme / high molecular weigh protein | Absence of certain poisoning products (e.g. heavy metals) | |
Membrane receptor | Mechanic protection | |
Organelle (chloroplast, mitochondrion, etc) | Appropriate osmotic pressure, oxygen | |
Cell | Nutrients | |
Tissue | ||
Organ | Undamaged tissue |