1. Target Liposome to a Particular Tissue
... bilayer, the circulation time of liposomes in the blood stream is significantly increased. On the other hand, homing molecules can be attached to liposome bilayers to make these structures target site specific. Parameters that determine the fate of liposomes on the shelf and in vivo are size, lamellarity, bilayer rigidity, charge and bilayer surface modifications. ... Liposomes are mainly used as transporters for drugs and antigens as they can used for different purposes. Firstly, they can direct a drug to a certain target. Besides, liposomes can extend the duration of drug exposure, ac...
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