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C210S500270, C210S088000, C210S500360, C210S500420, C210S490000

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ABSTRACT:
Membranes and methods for making membranes are disclosed. The membranes include a polymeric matrix and a particulate material immobilized within the matrix. The membranes may find particular application in methods and apparatus for removing organic compounds from a biological fluid as part of a pathogen inactivation treatment.

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