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What does the term 'cholangi/o' refer to?
What does 'chol/o' mean?
The term 'col/o' refers to which part of the body?
What does 'an/o' refer to?
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What does 'duoden/o' refer to?
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What does 'choledoch/o' mean?
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What does 'cholecyst/o' refer to?
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What does 'gloss/o' mean?
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What does 'gastro/o' refer to?
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What does 'esophag/o' mean?
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What does 'epiglott/o' refer to?
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What does 'azot/o' mean?
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What does 'troph/o' refer to?
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Study Notes
Digestive System Terms
- cholangi/o: Refers to the bile duct, integral for transporting bile from the liver.
- chol/o: Relates to bile or gall, critical for digestion and absorption of fats.
- col/o: Denotes the colon, part of the large intestine, involved in water absorption and feces formation.
- an/o: Pertains to the anus, the terminal end of the digestive tract.
- enter/o: Refers to the intestine, encompassing both the small and large intestines.
- duoden/o: Indicates the duodenum, the first section of the small intestine, where much chemical digestion occurs.
- choledoch/o: Refers to the common bile duct, which transports bile from the liver and gallbladder to the duodenum.
- cholecyst/o: Pertains to the gallbladder, the organ that stores bile produced by the liver.
- gloss/o: Relates to the tongue, essential for taste sensation and aiding in digestion.
- gastro/o: Refers to the stomach, where food is mixed with gastric juices for digestion.
Upper Digestive Tract
- esophag/o: Refers to the esophagus, the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach.
- epiglott/o: Denotes the epiglottis, a flap that prevents food from entering the trachea during swallowing.
Excretory and Endocrine System Terms
- azot/o: Refers to urea, a waste product formed in the liver and excreted by the kidneys.
- jejun/o: Indicates the jejunum, the middle section of the small intestine, responsible for nutrient absorption.
- ile/o: Pertains to the ileum, the final part of the small intestine, which connects to the large intestine.
- hepat/o: Refers to the liver, playing a vital role in metabolism and detoxification.
- pharyng/o: Denotes the throat, a passageway for food and air.
Urinary System Terms
- cyst/o: Refers to the urinary bladder, the organ that stores urine before excretion.
- peritone/o: Pertains to the peritoneum, a membrane lining the abdominal cavity and covering abdominal organs.
- nephr/o: Indicates the kidney, essential for filtering blood and producing urine.
- pyel/o: Refers to the renal pelvis, the central section of the kidney where urine collects.
Endocrine System Terms
- endocrin/o: Relates to endocrine glands, which secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream.
- adren/o: Pertains to the adrenal glands, which produce hormones involved in stress response.
- aden/o: Refers to glands, organs that produce secretions, including hormones and enzymes.
- pancreat/o: Indicates the pancreas, which plays roles in digestion and blood sugar regulation.
- hypophys/o: Refers to the pituitary gland, often called the "master gland" due to its role in regulating various endocrine functions.
Other Relevant Terms
- troph/o: Refers to nourishment or development, integral in biological growth.
- sial/o: Relates to saliva, which aids in digestion and keeps the mouth moist.
- hidr/o: Pertains to sweat, a bodily fluid involved in thermoregulation and waste removal.
- odont/o: Refers to teeth, essential for mechanical digestion of food.
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Dive into the fundamentals of medical terminology with this set of flashcards focusing on terms related to the digestive system. Each card provides a medical root word and its definition, which is essential for healthcare professionals and students alike. Test your knowledge and enhance your vocabulary in medical settings.
