1. the chemical process of introducing iodine atoms into a molecule or compound
Usage: chemistry; technical

Examples

• The iodination of tyrosine residues is an important step in protein modification.
• Researchers used iodination to label the antibody for imaging studies.
• The iodination reaction requires careful control of temperature and pH.
• Iodination of organic compounds is commonly performed in pharmaceutical synthesis.
• The degree of iodination affects the biological activity of the hormone.