CRISPR-based detection has long been challenged by the separation of amplification and detection steps. In this study, Cheng et al., show that heparin sodium modulates Cas12 cleavage activity and apply a one pot system to detect clinical influenza A virus and SARS-CoV-2 in wastewater.
- Zhou-Hua Cheng
- Xi-Yan Luo
- Han-Qing Yu