# Cancer-Diagnosing Briefcases The Lab-In-A-Briefcase Assesses Cancer Bio-Markers In Only 15 Minutes By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-11-03 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/labinabriefcase References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/lab-in-a-briefcase-cancer-detection/40165/) & [lboro.ac.uk](http://www.lboro.ac.uk/news-events/news/2015/october/lab-in-a-briefcase.html) A group of scientists based in the UK have developed an innovative 'lab-in-a-briefase' that is essentially an inexpensive and highly portable diagnostics tool. This contraption can be used to [detect cancer bio-markers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/early-detection-test) on the go, and takes as little as 15 minutes to offer accurate results. This contraption uses a unique micro-fluid test strip to detect varies forms of cancer bio-markers by examining a [blood sample](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloodbased-diagnostic-platform), and works similar to a pregnancy tests. This system can test whole blood without the need to prepare samples. [Cancer detection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-cancer-screening) is complicated even with the most advanced technology and the best doctors, but the problem is worsened in developing countries where high-tech diagnostic technology and equipment are often unavailable. The lab-in-a-briefcase tackles this by making it possible to carry out these tests on the go with minimal human resources and time. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Portable Cancer Diagnostics:** The development of portable cancer diagnostic tools presents an opportunity for the healthcare industry to expand their reach in remote or low-resource regions. - **Inexpensive Diagnostics:** Developing low-cost diagnostic tools can make cancer screenings more accessible for patients and healthcare providers. - **Microfluidics Technology:** Incorporating microfluidics technology can transform the diagnostics industry by providing faster and more precise results. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry can benefit from the development of portable and inexpensive cancer diagnostic tools that can expand their reach and improve patient care. - **Technology:** Technology companies can offer innovative solutions and products to diagnostic companies looking to incorporate microfluidics technology into their testing systems. - **Pharmaceutical:** Pharmaceutical companies can use these innovative diagnostic tools to improve their clinical trials and drug development processes by accurately assessing the efficacy of their products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Smell-Based Disease Detectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diagnoze.md) - [Cancer-Detecting AI Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skincancer-ai-device.md) - [Vet-Approved Screening Tests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oncotect.md) - [At-Home Cancer Screening Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mfine.md) - [Oral Cancer-Detection Tests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cancerdetect.md) - [Automated Molecular Diagnostic Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/genhome-array.md) - [Cutting-Edge Portable X-Ray Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-xray.md) - [At-Home Diagnostic Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/genhome.md) - [First-Of-Its-Kind Pet Diagnostic Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diagnostic-panel.md)