INHIBITORY PRODUCT REMOVAL

摘要

A process for the removal of an ionic component from a cell culture medium includes the provision of the culture medium in a first compartment of a compartmentalised electrokinetic cell in which the electrodes are isolated from the culture medium. A second compartment is located between the first compartment and one of the electrodes and is separated from the first component by means allowing transfer of the ionic component between the compartments. A DC electric field is applied between the electrodes to cause the ionic component to pass from the first compartment into the second compartment. Apparatus for cultivation of animal cells, using the process of the invention, is also provided.