Kalsiumsalginaattigeli
Kalsiumsalginaattigeli is a type of hydrogel derived from alginic acid, a polysaccharide found in brown algae. Alginic acid is a linear polymer composed of mannuronic and guluronic acid units. When calcium ions are introduced to alginate, they cross-link the polymer chains, forming a stable, three-dimensional gel structure. This process, known as gelation, is pH-dependent and can be controlled by the concentration of calcium ions and the properties of the alginate.
The primary characteristic of kalsiumsalginaattigeli is its ability to absorb and retain large amounts of water.
Beyond wound care, kalsiumsalginaattigeli finds applications in drug delivery systems. Its gel matrix can encapsulate active