Lesson 9 Medical Terminology Flashcards

Study Notes

Medical Terminology Key Terms

tarso-: Refers to the framework of the eyelid, often associated with vision and eye anatomy.
cheir-: Signifies "hand," relevant in various medical contexts including surgery and anatomy.
calc-: Pertains to "heel" or "stone," important in understanding conditions related to foot anatomy.
cine-: Means to "move," frequently used in context with activities involving motion.
digit: Refers to "finger" or "toe," vital for discussions on human anatomy and movement.
dors-: Indicates "back," essential for understanding body positioning and surgical terms.
gangli-: Represents "swelling," often related to nervous system anatomy and disorders.
gemin-: Means "twin," useful in genetics and discussing paired structures in the body.
grad-: Denotes "walk" or "take steps," important in studies related to mobility and rehabilitation.
gran-: Signifies "grain" or "particle," crucial in anatomy for describing tissue composition.
labi-: Refers to "lip," significant in dental and oral health discussions.
micr-: Indicates "small," commonly used in medical terminology to describe microscopic conditions.
peps-: Pertains to "digest," key in gastroenterology.
pleur-: Means "pleura," "rib," or "side," critical for understanding respiratory anatomy.
mamm-: Refers to "breast," significant in areas like nursing and oncology.
colla-: Signifies "glue," relevant in discussions around connective tissues in the body.
later-: Indicates "side," useful in anatomical orientation and directional terms.
rachi-: Refers to "spinal column," pivotal in neurology and orthopedic studies.
phob-: Means "fear," often used in psychological contexts.
phot-: Pertains to "light," significant in studies of vision and phototherapy.
dys-: Signifies "bad," commonly used as a prefix indicating dysfunction or disease.
cut-: Refers to "skin," crucial in dermatology and related fields.
en-: Denotes "in," frequently used in anatomical locations and descriptions.
peri-: Means "about" or "around," important in describing surrounding structures in anatomy.
pro-: Signifies "in front of" or "before," often used in anatomical and procedural contexts.