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Liposome encapsulated hemoglobin: stabilization, encapsulation, and storage.

F S Ligler1, L P Stratton, A S Rudolph

  • 1Bio/Molecular Engineering Branch, Naval Research Laboratory, Washington, D.C. 20375-5000.

Progress in Clinical and Biological Research
|January 1, 1989
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Liposome encapsulated hemoglobin (LEH) offers a universal red blood cell substitute, free from blood type restrictions and potential viral contamination. This innovative technology demonstrates life-sustaining capabilities in animal models, even at critically low red cell levels.

Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Hematology
  • Nanotechnology

Background:

  • Red blood cell substitutes are crucial for transfusion medicine.
  • Current substitutes face challenges like immunogenicity and limited shelf-life.
  • Liposome encapsulated hemoglobin (LEH) presents a promising alternative.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the advantages and efficacy of liposome encapsulated hemoglobin (LEH) as a red blood cell substitute.
  • To explore the stability and storage potential of LEH.
  • To assess the life-sustaining capacity of LEH in vivo.

Main Methods:

  • Encapsulation of hemoglobin within liposomes without chemical modification.
  • Inclusion of cofactors for P50 modification and methemoglobin prevention.

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  • Addition of dissacharides for enhanced stability during freezing and dehydration.
  • In vivo studies in animal models with induced lethal anemia.

    • Main Results:

    • LEH demonstrated no blood type requirement, allowing for universal application.
    • The technology enabled virus-free and sterile production in large quantities.
    • LEH formulations showed stability for long-term storage.
    • Animals treated with LEH survived lethal levels of red cell removal, with a circulation half-life of 16-20 hours.

    Conclusions:

    • Liposome encapsulated hemoglobin is a versatile and safe red blood cell substitute.
    • LEH technology offers significant advantages in production, storage, and universal compatibility.
    • LEH shows potent life-sustaining capabilities, highlighting its therapeutic potential.