ISSN:
1573-5176
Keywords:
microalgae
;
Spirulina
;
phycocyanin
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
Notes:
Abstract Spirulina biomass was separated into two fractions which may have various uses. A phycocyanin fraction may provide a food colourant and biomarkers, and a protein-rich leftover may be useful as aquaculture feed. Activated charcoal adsorption, ultrafiltration and spray drying were used effectively to produce a high quality colourant grade phycocyanin, while activated charcoal adsorption, ammonium sulphate precipitation, dialysis and chromatography were effective in preparing reagent grade phycocyanin.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00003469
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