Abstract
In presented study a new approach using QCM-D for biocompatibility determination was introduced. The adsorption of fibrinogen on PET and modified PET surfaces was monitored in situ using QCM-D. Protein layer thicknesses were estimated on the basis of a Voight based viscoelastic model. The hydrophilicities and morphologies of the surfaces were investigated using a goniometer and AFM. The results showed that PET surfaces coated with sulphated polysaccharides are more hydrophilic and more fibrinogen-repulsive than non-modified PET surfaces. QCM-D equipped with QTools modelling software is well-applicable to the characterisation of surface properties and can be optimised for biocompatibility determination.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 246-255 |
Number of pages | 10 |
Journal | Carbohydrate Polymers |
Volume | 93 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Mar 2013 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Adsorption
- Fibrinogen
- Haemocompatibility
- Modelling
- QCM-D
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Organic Chemistry
- Polymers and Plastics
- Materials Chemistry