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bioactive
This term is primarily used in scientific, medical, and pharmacological registers. It describes a substance or material that does not merely exist within a biological system but actively interacts with it to produce a measurable effect. In pharmacology, it often refers to the specific part of a molecule responsible for its therapeutic action.
In materials science and dentistry, the term takes on a more structural meaning, referring to synthetic materials designed to elicit a cellular response, such as the formation of a bond between a prosthetic implant and natural bone. It is distinct from "biocompatible," which simply means a material is not harmful to the body; "bioactive" implies an active, positive engagement with living tissue.
Meanings
Examples
This supplement contains bioactive peptides that support joint health.
I wonder if this herbal tea actually has any bioactive properties.
The new scaffold uses a bioactive polymer to promote cell growth.
We need to isolate the bioactive fraction of the extract for further testing.
Is this cream really bioactive or is it just marketing hype?
The researchers discovered a bioactive molecule that inhibits tumor growth.
Bioactive ceramics are often used in bone grafting procedures.
The skin absorbs the bioactive ingredients more efficiently in this formula.