MICRONEEDLE ARRAYS FOR ACTIVE AGENT DELIVERY

摘要

The present invention provides for microneedle arrays and related systems and methods. Particularly, microneedle arrays that are configured to deliver active agents, including nucleic acids and vaccines, are provided. Additional related methods of vaccinating and minimizing the amount of vaccine necessary for effective inoculation are also provided.

主权项

1. A method of providing visual verification of microneedle placement in a skin surface, comprising,
providing a microneedle array having a plurality of microneedles attached thereto, said microneedles including an indicator applying the microneedle array to a skin surface of a subject such that the microneedles are embedded into the skin surface, verifying successful application of the microneedles through observation of the indicator's presence in the skin.