IISc Develops Cost-Effective Sensor for Liver Cancer Detection

Imagine a tiny detector made by scientists that can quickly spot signs of liver cancer.

This detector uses a special glowing material called terbium.

It looks for an enzyme, a substance in your body, called beta-glucuronidase.

When this enzyme is high, it might mean you have liver cancer or other problems.

The detector glows brighter in the presence of the enzyme.

Scientists put this detector on paper, so doctors can easily use it.

It helps doctors find the disease quickly and cheaply.

It's like a flashlight that helps doctors see the problem in your body faster.