Analysis of a rapid, simple, and inexpensive technique used to obtain platelet-rich plasma for use in clinical practice

J Oral Implantol. 2008;34(1):25-33. doi: 10.1563/1548-1336(2008)34[25:AAOARS]2.0.CO;2.

Abstract

The use of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has become more generally accepted, and implant dentists are using PRP more frequently to promote the healing of oral surgical and/or periodontal wounds. Critical elements of PRP are thought to be growth factors contained within the concentrated platelets. These growth factors are known to promote soft-tissue healing, angiogenesis and osteogenesis. We present a rapid, simple, and inexpensive methodology for preparing PRP using the Cliniseal centrifuge method. This study demonstrates that platelets are concentrated approximately 6-fold without altering platelet morphology. Further we demonstrate that key growth factors, platelet-derived growth factor BB (PDGF-BB), transforming growth factor B (TGF-B1), vasculature endothelial growth factor (VEGF), and epidermal growth factor (EGF) are present in comparable or higher concentrations than those reported with the use of other techniques. Prolonged bench set time (>3 hours) after centrifugation resulted in decreased concentration of TGF-B1 but not decreased concentration of PDGF-BB, VEGF, or EGF. This study confirms the molecular aspects of PRP obtained using this inexpensive and efficient methodology.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Blood Platelets
  • Cell Separation / methods*
  • Cell Shape
  • Centrifugation / methods
  • Growth Substances / analysis
  • Humans
  • Platelet-Rich Plasma*

Substances

  • Growth Substances