NEETZoologyBiotechnology - Principles and Processes
What is the purpose of downstream processing in biotechnology?
Options
- ATo enhance the growth of cells
- BTo increase the yield of the desired product
- CTo prepare the product for marketing
- DTo check the quality of the product
Correct answer
C. To prepare the product for marketing
Step-by-step solution
After completion of the biosynthetic stage, the product has to be subjected through a series of processes before it is ready for marketing as a finished product. The processes include separation and purification, which are collectively referred to as downstream processing. The product has to be formulated with suitable preservatives. Such formulation has to undergo thorough clinical trials as in case of drugs. Strict quality control testing for each product is also required. The downstream processing and quality co