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n. - A microchip that uses tiny strands of DNA to latch onto and quickly recognize thousands of genes at a time.

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  • The FoodExpert-ID biochip is the first high-throughput gene chip for testing food and animal feed.
  • Argonne's breakthrough, called the "biochip," starts with a slide covered in thousands of tiny polymer gel droplets.
  • Prototype for the CD4 analyzer and biochip sensor.
  • But he screwed the biochip radio transceiver into his ear.
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