TABLE II.
Diffusion of Collagen IV from Oxidised Alginate Gels
| Gel Type | Concentration of Diffused Collagen IV (µg mL−1) (± S.E.M.) |
|---|---|
| 1.2% (w/v) calcium alginate + collagen IV – 24 h | 177.42 ± 0.010 |
| 5% oxidised 1.2% (w/v) calcium alginate + collagen IV – 24 h | 177.42 ± 0.008 |
| 1.2% (w/v) calcium alginate + collagen IV – 48 h | 594.87 ± 0.006 |
| 5% oxidised 1.2% (w/v) calcium alginate + collagen IV – 48 h | 599.04 ± 0.009 |
Data represent the mean ± S.E.M. amount (µg mL−1) of collagen IV protein released from unmodified and 5% oxidised calcium alginate gels (n = 3).