English Explanatory Dictionary

bioassay

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

The analysis of the biological activity of a substance, with reference to a standard preparation, using a culture of living cells, or a living creature.

verb

To carry out such an analysis.

Word forms

bioassay bioassays bioassaying bioassayed

Etymology

From bio- + assay.

Derived words

radiobioassay

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