Longyan University

Effective skin wound healing requires reliable fixation and infection prevention. Inspired by the inclined papillary structure of the tiger's tongue, we developed a biomimetic microneedle patch that integrates mechanical stability with antibacterial function. The patch was fabricated via thermal pressing of polylactic acid (PLA) microneedles followed by localized drug loading at the microneedle tips. Its design includes a clamping structure, a dual-array of inclined drug-releasing PLA microneedles, a nonwoven fabric base, and a flexible adhesive layer. Invitro tests demonstrated a penetration force of 0.25 N, enhanced fixation through biomimetic interlocking, and controlled drug release for antibacterial effects. Invivo studies using a male Wistar rat model showed that the patch secured wounds, reduced inflammation, and promoted collagen deposition. These results demonstrate that this drug-loaded biomimetic microneedle patch promotes the healing of full-thickness skin wounds and exhibits superior efficacy compared to drug-free biomimetic microneedle treatments. This study advances wound care by combining biomechanical and pharmacological strategies. Future work will optimize biocompatibility and explore clinical applications.

Vitamin D is an essential nutrient closely associated with the prevention of multiple diseases, including osteoporosis, diabetes, and cardiovascular disorders. The serum level of 25-hydroxyvitamin D [25(OH)D] is the primary biomarker for assessing vitamin D status, and its precise quantification is critical for clinical diagnosis and treatment. Chemiluminescence immunoassay (CLIA) and liquid chromatography–tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) are widely used analytical methods; however, methodological discrepancies often lead to inconsistent results that may be further influenced by demographic factors such as age and gender. In this study, we evaluated the consistency and correlation between CLIA and LC-MS/MS measurements using a Generative Fuzzy Inference System (GENFIS). Analysis of 138 serum samples showed that LC-MS/MS produced significantly higher 25(OH)D concentrations than CLIA (p < 0.01; mean difference = 1.33 ± 3.71; 95% CI: − 5.95 to 8.61), though the two methods exhibited strong linear correlation and agreement (Cohen’s Kappa = 0.8257; R² = 0.9075; intraclass correlation coefficient = 0.93). GENFIS analysis indicated a possible 30–40-year female pattern of larger between the detection differences of two methods. To verify this finding, an additional 59 samples were analyzed, revealing a relative risk (RR) of 3.18 (95% CI: 1.71–5.93; p < 0.05) for this subgroup compared with other populations, supporting the GENFIS inference. These results highlight age- and gender-related differences in 25(OH)D measurement between CLIA and LC-MS/MS, providing valuable insights for improving the standardization and clinical interpretation of vitamin D testing.