Drug Delivery Systems

noun a substance that enhances the body's immune response to an antigen

• The adjuvant therapy was recommended by the oncologist to help prevent cancer recurrence.
• The doctor suggested using an adjuvant treatment to boost the effectiveness of the medication.
• I heard that adding an adjuvant can really amp up the results of the treatment.
• In this case, the adjuvant acts like a sidekick, enhancing the main treatment's performance.

noun a small bladder-like cell or cavity

• The cell transported molecules in a vesicle to the Golgi apparatus for processing.
• The cell carried stuff in a vesicle to the Golgi for processing.
• The cell hauled things in a vesicle to the Golgi for some work.
• Her emotions were like a vesicle, carrying memories to be processed in her mind.

noun very small plastic particles measuring less than 100 nanometers in size

• Nanoplastics are tiny plastic particles that are less than 100 nanometers in size.
• I heard that nanoplastics are causing a lot of environmental damage.
• Watch out for those sneaky nanoplastics, they're everywhere!
• The spread of nanoplastics through the ocean is like a silent invasion of tiny invaders.

noun a type of lipid molecule made up of three fatty acid chains and one glycerol molecule

• High levels of triglycerides in the blood can increase the risk of heart disease.
• Eating too much junk food can raise your triglyceride levels.
• I need to cut back on the fatty foods to keep my triglycerides in check.
• His financial situation was like a triglyceride, fluctuating wildly and causing stress.

adjective capable of being absorbed or soaked up

• The surgeon used absorbable sutures to close the incision.
• I prefer absorbable bandages because they are easier to remove.
• These absorbable pills are great for hangovers.
• She had an absorbable mind, always eager to learn new things.