Q: I have seen some talk about different forms of platelet rich plasma (PRP) . Which is the best system for preparing PRP for hair loss? Which are you using? — E.C., Seattle, WA
A: We use the Emcyte Pure PRP system . It is a double centrifuge system that I think is the best.
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) FAQ
1. Drawing Patient’s Blood into Syringe
2. Filling Vial with Whole Blood
3. Vial is Halfway Emptied
4. Weighing Vial of Whole Blood
5. Setting Counter Weight
6. Spinning of Whole Blood in Centrifuge
7. Result of 1st Spin in Centrifuge
8. Removing Plasma Supernantant from Spun Blood
9. Plasma Halfway Drawn Up
10. Withdrawal of Plasma is Complete
11. Loading 2nd Vial with Plasma
12. Plasma (left); Red Blood Cells to be Discarded (right)
13. Plasma Being Weighed
14. Spinning of Plasma in Centrifuge
15. Spun Plasma
16. Withrawing Plasma Supernatant to Concentrate Platelets and Create PRP
17. PRP in Small Syringes; Plasma in Large Syringe (to be Discarded)
18. Injecting Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) into Patient’s Scalp
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Robert M. Bernstein M.D.
2015-06-11 Updated 2023-03-10 Browse Hair Restoration Answers by topic:
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