TABLE II

Merck, Sharp and Dohme Study Examining MuLV and MMV Clearance by AEX Membranes Run with Varying Spike Level and Resin Load

Load - (mAb A)Clearance Studies Examining Different Virus Spike Procedures
Log Reduction Values in Each Fraction
0 to 750 g/L750 to 1500 g/L1500 to 2500 g/L
MuLV 5% spike>3.8>3.91.3
MuLV 1% spike>3.01.80.9
MuLV 0.5% spike>3.23.21.5
MMV 0.1% standard purity>4.72.40.5
MMV 0.1% higher purity>4.3>4.30.8