Medical Prefixes for Location

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What does the prefix 'intra' mean?

Inside

Which prefix means 'between'?

Inter

What is the meaning of the prefix 'peri'?

Around

Which prefix signifies 'outside'?

Ec

What does the prefix 'endo' mean?

Inside

Which prefix indicates 'behind'?

Retro

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Prefixes and their Meanings

  • 'Intra' prefix means 'within' or 'inside'.
  • The prefix that means 'between' is 'inter'.
  • The prefix 'peri' signifies 'around' or 'surrounding'.
  • The prefix that means 'outside' is 'exo'.
  • The prefix 'endo' means 'within' or 'inner'.
  • The prefix that indicates 'behind' is 'post'.

Test your knowledge of medical prefixes related to location, such as intra, inter, endo, peri, and circum. Learn about their meanings and applications in medical terminology.

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