Biochemical Markers

noun A type of phosphatase enzyme that works best in an acidic environment

• The activity of acid phosphatase in the blood can indicate certain health conditions.
• My doctor mentioned something about acid phosphatase levels being important for my check-up.
• I have no idea what acid phosphatase is, but apparently it's something to do with blood tests.
• The acid phosphatase of the situation was the key factor in determining the outcome.

noun a type of synthetic resin used in the manufacture of plastics

• Acrinyl is a type of polymer used in certain industrial applications.
• I heard they're using acrinyl in the new construction project.
• I don't mess with that acrinyl stuff, it's too toxic.
• Her emotions were like a tangled web of acrinyl, impossible to unravel.