Glosssary

PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma): Platelets concentrated up to tenfold the original blood concentration

Platelet releasate: Inner platelet content extracted through platelet activation (e.g thrombin-activated platelets)

Platelet lysate: Inner platelet content extracted through platelet dissolution or destruction (e.g freezing)

Platelet Gel: PRP and fibrin network blended together to obtain plastic, malleable blood component for topical application

Growth factors: Dozens of bioactive molecules, mostly contained in and released from blood platelets. Receptors for these molecules are present on tissue cells. Growth factors recruit tissue cells within the lesion area and stimulate theme to prolifertate and tissue to regenerate and heal.