MATLAB: Import constants to Simulink from Excel file

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I am running a simulation in Simulink that requires some constants that change every run. These constants are in an excel file (Uvalues, Area). I would like to import these constants in to a constant block or other for use.
I understand the Simulink from Spreadsheet block treats rows as time which is preventing me from setting constants easily.
I have tried using the MATLAB function block as a source, but it doesn't support xlsread.
Any help is appreciated.

Best Answer

Setup a model callback InitFcn function in which you call a script that loads the xls file using xlsread()