Fibrin scaffold
Fibrin Scaffold
Fibrin scaffold (pronunciation: /ˈfaɪ.brɪn/ /ˈskæf.əld/) is a biological structure used in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine to support the growth and development of new cells or tissues.
Etymology
The term "fibrin" is derived from the Latin word "fibra", meaning "fiber", and the English word "scaffold", which refers to a temporary structure used to support people or materials during the construction or repair of buildings and other large structures.
Definition
A fibrin scaffold is a three-dimensional structure composed of fibrin, a protein involved in the clotting of blood. It is used as a matrix to facilitate the growth of cells and tissues in vitro or in vivo. The scaffold provides a suitable environment for cells to adhere, proliferate, and differentiate, thereby promoting tissue regeneration.
Related Terms
- Fibrin: A fibrous, non-globular protein involved in the clotting of blood.
- Scaffold: In tissue engineering, a scaffold is a three-dimensional structure used to support the growth and development of new cells or tissues.
- Tissue Engineering: An interdisciplinary field that applies the principles of engineering and life sciences toward the development of biological substitutes that restore, maintain, or improve tissue function.
- Regenerative Medicine: A branch of translational research in tissue engineering and molecular biology which deals with the process of replacing, engineering or regenerating human cells, tissues or organs to restore or establish normal function.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fibrin scaffold
- Wikipedia's article - Fibrin scaffold
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