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What does the term 'recto' mean?
What does the term 'rhino' mean?
What does the term 'son' refer to?
What is the meaning of 'stomato'?
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What does 'thermo' pertain to?
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What does the term 'thrombo' mean?
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What does 'tracheo' refer to?
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What does the term 'vascul' mean?
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What does 'vena' refer to?
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Study Notes
Medical Terms Related to Body Functions
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Recto refers to the rectum, a crucial part of the digestive system responsible for storing and expelling waste.
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Rhino signifies the nose, an essential organ for respiration and olfaction (sense of smell).
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Son denotes sound, which relates to various medical applications such as ultrasound imaging for diagnostic purposes.
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Stomato refers to the mouth, a vital entry point for food and an important aspect of speech and other bodily functions.
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Thermo indicates temperature, particularly relevant in medical practices for monitoring bodily conditions, such as fever.
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Thrombo relates to clot, which is vital in understanding conditions such as thrombosis and its impact on circulation.
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Tracheo pertains to the thorax, indicating its connection to the respiratory system, particularly the trachea that conducts air to the lungs.
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Vascul describes blood vessels, key components of the circulatory system involved in transporting blood throughout the body.
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Vena means vein, one of the types of blood vessels responsible for returning deoxygenated blood to the heart.
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Explore key medical prefixes and their meanings with these flashcards. Each card presents a term alongside its definition, helping you to easily learn and remember important medical vocabulary. Perfect for students and professionals looking to enhance their medical terminology.
