Downstream Processing (DSP) of Products
The following points highlight the six main steps involved in the downstream processing of products. The steps are: 1. Separation of Particles 2. Disintegration of Cells 3. Extraction 4. Concentration 5. Purification 6. Drying. Step # 1. Separation of Particles: The first step in DSP is the separation of solids, usually cells, from the liquid medium. This is generally achieved [...]