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Which of the following word roots refers to the liver?
Which of the following word roots refers to the liver?
Which word root pertains to the spleen?
Which word root pertains to the spleen?
What is the word root for the common bile duct?
What is the word root for the common bile duct?
What does the word root 'Rect(o)' refer to?
What does the word root 'Rect(o)' refer to?
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Which word root is related to the small intestine?
Which word root is related to the small intestine?
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What does the term 'biliary' pertain to?
What does the term 'biliary' pertain to?
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Where is the hypogastric area located?
Where is the hypogastric area located?
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What does the term 'ileum' refer to?
What does the term 'ileum' refer to?
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What is the function of the sigmoid colon?
What is the function of the sigmoid colon?
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Which diagnostic study uses a magnetic field to produce detailed images of the gastrointestinal system?
Which diagnostic study uses a magnetic field to produce detailed images of the gastrointestinal system?
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Study Notes
Word Roots in Anatomy
- "Hepat(o)" refers to the liver.
- "Splen(o)" pertains to the spleen.
- "Chol(e)" is the word root for the common bile duct.
- "Rect(o)" refers to the rectum.
Digestive System Terms
- "Enter(o)" is related to the small intestine.
- The term "biliary" pertains to the bile, specifically the bile ducts and related structures.
Anatomical Location
- The hypogastric area is located in the lower abdomen, beneath the umbilical region.
Specific Terms
- "Ileum" refers to the final section of the small intestine, involved in nutrient absorption.
Colon Functionality
- The sigmoid colon is responsible for storing fecal waste until it is ready to be expelled from the body.
Diagnostic Techniques
- MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) uses a magnetic field to produce detailed images of the gastrointestinal system.
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Description
Test your knowledge of word roots and combining vowels for the gastrointestinal system with this quiz prepared by Dr. Govand Saadadin. Identify the definitions of key terms related to the esophagus, stomach, liver, bile, pancreas, and more.
