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Preliminary comparative analysis of antibacterial effects of activated and non-activated of expired platelet concentrate by disc diffusion method

Zabidi MA 1 , Yusoff NM , Kader ZS

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  • 1 Advanced Medical and Dental Institute, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, Malaysia
Indian J Pathol Microbiol, 2012 Jan-Mar;55(1):47-51.
PMID: 22499300 DOI: 10.4103/0377-4929.94855

Abstract

Platelets release more than 30 cytokines to provide primary hemostatic function. In addition, platelets are also known to release antimicrobial peptides upon activation by thrombin.

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