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Biologic uptake

Similar term(s): uptake, biological uptake.

Definition:

The transfer of substances from the environment to plants, animals, and humans.

Source: ATSDR ATSDR Glossary of Terms 

More:

The process by which a substance crosses an absorption barrier and is absorbed into the body.

Source: US EPA
US EPA HAPS Health Effects glossary 

Related words:

Absorption - Biologic intake


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22-4-2008