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bi·o·chip
(bī′ō-chĭp′)n.
1. An array of miniaturized chemical or biological test sites that is arranged on a substrate so that many tests can be performed simultaneously and that is used to sequence genes, analyze proteins, and identify toxins.
2. A microchip made from organic molecules rather than semiconductors.
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biochip
(ˈbaɪəˌtʃɪp)n
(Biology) a small glass or silicon plate containing an array of biochemical molecules or structures, used as a biosensor or in gene sequencing. Also called: microarray
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bi•o•chip
(ˈbaɪ oʊˌtʃɪp)n.
an experimental integrated circuit composed of biochemical substances or organic molecules.
[1980–85]
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| Noun | 1. | biochip - a microchip that uses tiny strands of DNA to latch onto and quickly recognize thousands of genes at a time; intended for use in a biological environment micro chip, microchip, microprocessor chip, silicon chip, chip - electronic equipment consisting of a small crystal of a silicon semiconductor fabricated to carry out a number of electronic functions in an integrated circuit |
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