Preparation of multilayer films composed of poly(ethyleneimine) and uricase and thier catalytic activities

Abstract

Multilayer films composed of poly(ethyleneime) (PEI) and uricase were prepared by an alternate deposition of PEI and uricase on the surface of a platinum (Pt) electrode for developing amperometric uric acid sensors. PEI and uricase were successfully built into a multilayer film, and the loading of uricase in the film was evaluated using a quartz-crystal microbalance. The Pt electrode coated with the PEI/uricase multilayer film functioned as an amperometric biosensor senstive to uric acid. The output current of the sensor depended linearly on the number of PEI/uricase layers in the film.