biocompatibility

[ bahy-oh-kuhm-pat-uh-bil-i-tee ]

noun

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

   Artificial joint adhesives must have biocompatibility with bone and muscle.

Other Words From

• bio·com·pati·ble adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of biocompatibility¹

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

Example Sentences

This, along with their excellent biocompatibility, has made them adequately suited for implants and prosthetics, from joint replacement to stents.

From Science Daily

The researchers carefully examined the optoelectrical properties of their multi-electrodes and also conducted some experiments on rabbits, as Miyake comments: "Our device was used in animal experiments, confirming its biocompatibility and suggesting a correlation between the location of the electrodes and the intensity of the recorded ERG signals. In other words, our design could enable precise spatial measurements of multiple ERG signals simultaneously."

From Science Daily

To increase biocompatibility, the R6F was enclosed within phospholipid nanoparticles.

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The hydrogel, possessing high biocompatibility and optical properties akin to authentic vitreous body, enables patients to preserve their vision post-surgery.

From Science Daily

The researchers also performed several biocompatibility studies and found that the gel did not cause any adverse effects.

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