Development and Evaluation of a PANI/PMMA Composite Gas Sensor for Acetone Detection in Breath

Abstract

In recent years, the development of sensors capable of detecting acetone levels has garnered attention in health monitoring and personalized medicine. Acetone in the body, a ketone body produced during metabolic processes, has emerged as a promising biomarker for various health conditions, including diabetes, obesity, and metabolic disorders. Its presence in exhaled breath offers a non-invasive means of assessing metabolic health, presenting a unique opportunity for continuous monitoring and early intervention. This research investigated the use of a PANI/PMMA polymer sensor array to measure acetone gas. Breath samples and standard substances (acetone, butyric acid) were collected using a hygienic mask and measured with an electronic nose device. The tests showed the sensor could classify between a blank mask, acetone, butyric acid, and breath odors.