Medical Terms Chapter 3.3 Suffixes
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What does the suffix '-gram' mean?

  • Instrument used to record
  • record; writing (correct)
  • to view
  • process of recording; producing images

    • What does the suffix '-graph' mean?

  • record; writing
  • process of recording; producing images
  • instrument to measure
  • Instrument used to record (correct)

    • What does the suffix '-graphy' mean?

  • to view
  • to measure; measurement
  • instrument to measure
  • process of recording; producing images (correct)

    • What does the suffix '-meter' mean?

    <p>Instrument to measure; process of measuring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the suffix '-metry' mean?

    <p>to measure; measurement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the suffix '-opsy' mean?

    <p>to view</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the suffix '-scope' mean?

    <p>Instrument used to visually examine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the suffix '-scopy' mean?

    <p>process of visually examining</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Medical Suffixes

    • "-gram": Signifies a record or written document pertaining to a medical examination or an outcome of a procedure.

    • "-graph": Refers to an instrument utilized for recording data or images, often used in diagnostic procedures.

    • "-graphy": Indicates the process or technique of recording, typically associated with creating images of internal structures (e.g., radiography).

    • "-meter": Denotes an instrument specifically designed for measurement or the process involved in measuring various parameters (e.g., thermometer).

    • "-metry": Represents the act of measuring or the established practice of measurement; broadly applicable in various medical contexts.

    • "-opsy": Related to the act of viewing or examining, particularly in clinical or diagnostic settings (e.g., biopsy).

    • "-scope": Refers to a device used for visual examination or inspection of internal body parts, enhancing clinical assessment (e.g., endoscope).

    • "-scopy": Describes the process of visual examination, often involving the use of a scope to observe internal anatomy or conditions.

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    Test your knowledge of medical suffixes with this quiz based on Chapter 3.3 terminology. Each suffix has a specific meaning that is essential for understanding medical language. This quiz will help reinforce the definitions of various suffixes used in medical terminology.

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