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What does the prefix 'epi-' mean?
What does the prefix 'epi-' mean?
- After
- Between
- Above (correct)
- Below
What does the prefix 'hypo-' indicate?
What does the prefix 'hypo-' indicate?
- Before
- After
- Above
- Under (correct)
What is the meaning of the prefix 'infra-'?
What is the meaning of the prefix 'infra-'?
- Above
- Backward
- Between
- Under (correct)
What does the prefix 'sub-' signify?
What does the prefix 'sub-' signify?
What does the prefix 'inter-' mean?
What does the prefix 'inter-' mean?
What is the meaning of the prefix 'post-'?
What is the meaning of the prefix 'post-'?
What does the prefix 'pre-' symbolize?
What does the prefix 'pre-' symbolize?
What does the prefix 'pro-' mean?
What does the prefix 'pro-' mean?
What does the prefix 'retro-' indicate?
What does the prefix 'retro-' indicate?
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Study Notes
Prefixes of Position in Medical Terminology
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epi-: Means "above" or "upon". Example: epigastric, which refers to the area pertaining to above the stomach.
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hypo-: Signifies "under," "below," or "deficient". Example: hypodermic, pertaining to under the skin.
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infra-: Indicates "under" or "below". Example: infracostal, meaning below the ribs.
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sub-: Also means "under" or "below". Example: subnasal, referring to under the nose.
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inter-: Means "between". Example: intercostal, which identifies the area between the ribs.
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post-: Signifies "after" or "behind". Example: postnatal, pertaining to the period after birth.
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pre-: Indicates "before" or "in front of". Example: prenatal, relating to the period before birth.
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pro-: Means "before" or "in front of". Example: prognosis, referring to the predicted outcome of a disease.
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retro-: Signifies "backward" or "behind". Example: retroversion, describing the action of turning backwards.
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