Table 2 Cost of DNATags per write-and-read
From: Hybridization-encoded DNA tags with paper-based readout for anti-forgery raw material tracking
Components | DNA amount (pmole) of 1 bit | Cost of 1 bit | DNA amount (pmole) of 25 bit | Cost of 25 bits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
DNA taggant | 240 | $0.1 | 6000 | $2.5 |
DNA reporter | 0.5 | $0.0009 | 12.5 | $0.0225 |
Nitrocellulose paper | $0.25 | $0.25 | ||
Buffer and ink | $0.0015 | $0.0015 | ||
Total | $0.3524 | $2.774 |
