Abstract
A spin-valve giant magneto-resistive (SV-GMR) sensor of needle-type configuration is reported to estimate the volume density of magnetic fluid inside human body. The magnetic fluid is usually injected into human body to kill cancerous cell using hyperthermia-based treatment. To control the heat treatment, a good knowledge of temperature is very much essential. The SV-GMR-based needle-type sensor is used to measure the magnetic flux density of the magnetic fluid inside the human body from which the temperature is estimated. The needle-type sensor provides a semi-invasive approach of temperature determination.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 890293-1-890293-7 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Journal of Sensors |
Volume | 2008 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2008 |
Externally published | Yes |