5 Questions
What is the term for catching of breath with a spasmodic contraction of the diaphragm?
Cough
What is the term for the increase in the number of red (blood) cells?
Hyper/erythr/o/cyte
What is the term for the force and flow of urine within the urinary tract?
Urodynamics
What is the term for hemorrhages in tissue giving skin a red-purple color?
Erythema
What is the term for an abnormal condition of water in the kidney?
Hydr/o/nephr/o/sis
Study Notes
Respiratory System
- Hiccup is the term for catching breath with a spasmodic contraction of the diaphragm.
Hematology
- Polycythemia is the term for the increase in the number of red blood cells.
Urinary System
- Urodynamics is the term for the force and flow of urine within the urinary tract.
Dermatology
- Ecchymosis is the term for hemorrhages in tissue giving skin a red-purple color.
Nephrology
- Hydronephrosis is the term for an abnormal condition of water in the kidney.
Test your medical terminology knowledge with this quiz! Identify the correct terms for conditions related to breathing, red blood cells, and urinary tract function.
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