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Medical Terminology Suffixes and Prefixes

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Medical Terminology Suffixes and Prefixes

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The suffix '-pathy' means:

Disease (correct)

Specialist

Enlargement

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'Myo' in the word myocarditis means:

Vein

Muscle (correct)

Bone

Cartilage

Which of the following suffixes means 'pertaining to'?

'-al' and '-ology'

'-ic' and '-ology'

'-al' and '-ic' (correct)

'-ology' and '-oma'

The meaning 'around' can have which of the following prefixes?

'peri-' and 'circum-' Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following suffixes mean 'two'?

'dipl-' and 'bi-' Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the suffix '-pathy'?

Indicates disease Signup and view all the answers

What does 'myo' indicate in a medical term?

Muscle Signup and view all the answers

What do the suffixes '-al' and '-ic' signify?

Pertaining to Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the prefix 'peri-'?

Around Signup and view all the answers

Which prefixes mean 'two'?

bi- and dipl- Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Medical Terminology Suffixes and Prefixes

The suffix "-pathy" indicates a condition or disease.
"Myo," as in myocarditis, refers to muscle tissue.
Common suffixes that mean "pertaining to" include "-al" and "-ic."

Prefix Meanings

The prefixes "peri-" and "circum-" both translate to "around."
The prefixes "bi-" and "dipl-" denote the number two.

Contextual Understanding

Understanding medical terminology aids in the comprehension of anatomy and medical conditions.
Recognizing suffixes and prefixes enhances the interpretation of medical terms in various contexts.

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Test your knowledge on medical terminology by exploring the meanings of various suffixes and prefixes. This quiz will enhance your understanding of anatomy and medical conditions, helping you interpret terms more effectively in a clinical context.