PRF vs PRP
PRF and PRP Similarities
Both PRF (platelet rich fibrin) and PRP (platelet rich plasma) are layers obtained from a person’s own blood. Both PRF and PRP procedures use a device called a centrifuge to spin the blood and isolate the layer in question. Both procedures ultimately inject the layer isolated into the area being treated.
PRF and PRP Differences
PRF contains activated platelets which produce higher concentrations of biological factors than seen in PRP. These factors can stimulate the connective tissues of the body including skin, hair follicles, joints and tendons. In effort to keep blood liquid for a longer time, PRP clinics often use chemicals or additives (such as citrate). This however, prevents platelet activation and results in reduced concentrations of biological factors in PRP (less platelet activation = less biological factors).
