Bioidentical
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Bioidentical is an adjective meaning (of a synthetic hormone, etc.) Identical to that which is naturally produced by the body.
Meaning
(of a synthetic hormone, etc.) Identical to that which is naturally produced by the body.
More Meanings
- A bioidentical form of something.
Example Sentences
Many women seeking natural remedies have turned to compounding pharmacies, druggists who promise so-called bioidentical hormones that are chemically synthesized but have the same molecular structure as hormones produced by a woman’s body.
Word Forms
- bioidenticals
Related Words
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