👉 A microfluidic device, or microfluidics system, is a technology that manipulates and controls extremely small volumes of fluids, typically in the microliter or nanoliter range, using micro-scale channels and structures. These systems leverage the unique properties of fluids at such small scales, such as enhanced diffusion rates and reduced viscous forces, to perform a wide array of functions including chemical analysis, biological assays, and drug delivery. Microfluidics enables precise control over fluid mixing, separation, and reaction processes, making it invaluable in fields like diagnostics, environmental monitoring, and biomedical research. The miniaturization and integration of these systems also contribute to reduced reagent consumption, faster analysis times, and portability.
