Table 1 Dimension and diffusivity values for protein release from PLGA microparticles in collagen.
From: Asymmetric Sensory-Motor Regeneration of Transected Peripheral Nerves Using Molecular Guidance Cues
Parameter | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
DPTN | 7.6 × 10−12 m2/s43 | Diffusivity of PTN in 0.1% collagen |
DBSA | 2.2 × 10−11 44 | Diffusivity of BSA in 0.1% collagen |
ID | 1.5 mm | Channel internal diameter |
L | 5 mm | Channel length |
vmicrochannel | 10 μl | Volume within conduit compartment |
dmicroparticle | 2 μm | Diameter of PLGA microparticles |
Ttotal | 1.34 ng | Total amount of releasable PTN in the compartment |
