Biomedical Engineering Reference
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arrangements, and recently in an integrated setup in their disposable fac-
tories concept. The manufacturer is highly advised to consult the current
literature on the suitability of the type of filters used. More often than not,
the suppliers are more than willing to understand the process and make rec-
ommendations. Obviously, cost is a serious concern but, when it is realized
that in a cGMP-manufacturing environment having qualified a particular
filter or a housing for a unit process, it is not easy to switch over to another
type of filter or another supplier, the selection of these filters becomes a seri-
ous concern.
