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biocompatibility

American

[bahy-oh-kuhm-pat-uh-bil-i-tee] / ˌbaɪ oʊ kəmˌpæt əˈbɪl ɪ ti /

noun

the capability of coexistence with living tissues or organisms without causing harm.

Artificial joint adhesives must have biocompatibility with bone and muscle.

Other Word Forms

biocompatible adjective

Etymology

Origin of biocompatibility

First recorded in 1975–80; bio- + compatibility ( def. )

Example Sentences

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“Biocompatibility” remains an issue, but solutions may be at hand.

From Scientific American

"The biocompatibility of engineered materials is crucial to eliminating the risk of implant rejection, which jeopardizes the success of such treatments," Dvir added.

From Fox News

Half the companies were found to have underplayed the risks of breast implants in documentation and seven were found to have poor assessments of biocompatibility.

From The Guardian

Some manufacturers now say that they have completed the necessary biocompatibility tests.

From BBC

These tests are called biocompatibility tests and they assess how the body responds to a product.

From BBC

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