Medical Terminology Prefixes and Suffixes

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Which of these terms refers to 'surgical removal'?

-ology
-tomy
-ectomy (correct)
-itis

The prefix 'hypo-' means 'excessive'.

False (B)

What is the combining form for 'cartilage'?

chondr/o

The term 'oste/o' refers to a ______.

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Match the combining forms with their meanings:

<p>cephal/o = head cost/o = rib ped/o, pod/o = foot thorac/o = chest</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Arthritis

Inflammation of a joint.

Osteology

Study of bones.

Costectomy

Surgical removal of a rib.

Cephalic

Pertaining to the head.

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Chondrocyte

Cell that forms cartilage.

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Medical Terminology Prefixes and Suffixes

Combining Forms:
- arthr/o = joint
- chondr/o = cartilage
- cephal/o = head
- cost/o = rib
- crani/o = skull
- erythr/o = red
- hem/o = blood
- later/o = side
- orthr/o = straight/erect
- oste/o = bone
- ped/o, pod/o = foot
- thorac/o = chest
- trache/o = windpipe
Negative Prefixes:
- a-, an- = without/lacking
Directional Prefixes:
- ab- = away from
- ad- = towards
- trans- = across/over
Intensity Prefixes:
- hyper- = excessive
- hypo- = too little
Suffixes:
- -a, -ac, -al = pertaining to...
- -cyte = cell
- -ectomy = surgical removal
- -itis = inflammation
- -ology = study of
- -tomy = cutting/incision
- -trophy = nutrition

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This quiz covers essential prefixes and suffixes used in medical terminology, focusing on their meanings and applications. Learn how these components are used to form complex medical terms that describe conditions, procedures, and anatomy. Perfect for students studying healthcare or medical professions.