Essential Medical Terminology: Colors Quiz

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Medical Terminology: Colors

Cyan/o: Refers to the color blue. Associated with cyanosis, which causes blue discoloration of the skin due to lack of oxygen.
Chrom/o: Denotes color. An example is a chromosome, which is a complex of DNA and protein found in cells, responsible for genetic information.
Cirrh/o, Jaund/o, and Xanth/o: All imply the color yellow. Cirrhosis indicates liver dysfunction, jaundice refers to yellowing of the skin and eyes due to bilirubin buildup, and xanthoma describes lipid-rich nodules on the skin.
Albin/o and Leuk/o: Both signify white. Albinism is a genetic condition characterized by absence of pigment, while leukocytes are the white blood cells crucial for the immune response.
Melan/o: Indicates the color black. A melanoma is a malignant tumor associated with melanoma, characterized by dark pigmentation.
Leuk/o: Another term for white, used again in the context of leukocytes, which are essential components of the body's defense system against infections.
Erythr/o: Associated with the color red, referring to erythrocytes, which are red blood cells responsible for transporting oxygen throughout the body.
Chlor/o: Represents the color green. Chloronychia is a condition where the nails develop a greenish hue, often due to bacterial infection.
Poli/o: Signifies gray. Poliomyelitis is a viral infection that primarily affects the central nervous system, specifically targeting gray matter within the spinal cord.

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Test your knowledge of essential medical terminology related to colors with this flashcard quiz. Each card defines a term and provides an example to illustrate its meaning. Expand your understanding of how color is used in medical terms.