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What does the term '-plasia' refer to?
What does the term '-plasia' refer to?
What does 'a/plasia' mean?
What does 'a/plasia' mean?
Lack of or decreased cell growth
Define 'ana/plasia'.
Define 'ana/plasia'.
Abnormal growth of undifferentiated cells
What does 'dys/plasia' refer to?
What does 'dys/plasia' refer to?
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What does 'hyper/plasia' indicate?
What does 'hyper/plasia' indicate?
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What does the term 'hypo/plasia' refer to?
What does the term 'hypo/plasia' refer to?
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What does '-trophy' signify?
What does '-trophy' signify?
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What does 'a/trophy' describe?
What does 'a/trophy' describe?
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What does 'hyper/trophy' refer to?
What does 'hyper/trophy' refer to?
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What is meant by 'hypo/trophy'?
What is meant by 'hypo/trophy'?
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Define '-genesis'.
Define '-genesis'.
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What does 'a/genesis' mean?
What does 'a/genesis' mean?
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What is 'hyper/genesis'?
What is 'hyper/genesis'?
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What does 'hypo/genesis' refer to?
What does 'hypo/genesis' refer to?
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Study Notes
Cellular Development Terms
- -plasia: Indicates changes in the number and morphology of cells.
- a/plasia: Denotes either a total lack of cell growth or a significant reduction in cell development.
- ana/plasia: Refers to an abnormal growth of undifferentiated cells, often associated with malignant conditions.
- dys/plasia: Involves the production of cells or tissues that are abnormally formed, which may indicate precancerous changes.
- hyper/plasia: Characterized by an abnormal increase in the number of cells, commonly seen in glandular tissues.
- hypo/plasia: Indicates a decrease in the number of cells or tissues, potentially resulting in organ dysfunction.
Size Changes in Tissues and Organs
- -trophy: Pertains to variations in the size of cells and their respective organs.
- a/trophy: Represents a reduction in the size of tissues, often leading to wasting conditions.
- hyper/trophy: Describes an enlargement of cells, tissues, or organs, which can occur due to increased demand or hormonal stimulation.
- hypo/trophy: Associated with progressive degeneration of tissues, synonymous with atrophy.
Growth Origin Terminology
- -genesis: Relates to the original development and formation of cells and organs.
- a/genesis: Refers to the complete absence of original developmental processes, resulting in missing structures.
- hyper/genesis: Involves the repeated creation of body parts or organs, such as the formation of supernumerary organs.
- hypo/genesis: Indicates congenital underdevelopment of organs, often leading to functional deficiencies.
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