Medical Terms Flashcards: or/o

Study Notes

Medical Terminology for Gastrointestinal System

or/o
- Refers to the mouth; integral in digestive processes and speech.
chol/e
- Denotes gall or bile, essential for fat digestion and absorption.
palat/o
- Indicates the palate; the roof of the mouth, separating oral and nasal cavities.
pancreat/o
- Relates to the pancreas; key organ for digestion and blood sugar regulation.
peritone/o
- Refers to the peritoneum; a membrane lining the abdominal cavity, protecting organs.
pharyng/o
- Signifies the throat; part of both digestive and respiratory tracts.
proct/o
- Relates to the anus and rectum; final segments of the digestive system.
pylor/o
- Refers to the pyloric sphincter; regulates passage from stomach to small intestine.
rect/o
- Indicates the rectum; stores feces before elimination.
sialaden/o
- Refers to the salivary gland; produces saliva, aiding digestion and oral hygiene.
sigmoid/o
- Denotes sigmoid colon; part of the large intestine forming an S-shape.
stomat/o
- Also means mouth; used in various medical terms related to oral health/issues.
uvul/o
- Refers to the uvula; plays a role in speech and swallowing.
amyl/o
- Denotes starch; the primary carbohydrate substrate for digestion.
bil/i
- Represents gall or bile, similar to chol/e; involved in fat digestion.
bilirubin/o
- Refers to bilirubin; a bile pigment resulting from the breakdown of hemoglobin, important for liver function.

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This quiz provides flashcards focusing on essential medical terms related to the oral and digestive system. Each card includes a medical root word and its definition, helping learners familiarize themselves with critical vocabulary. Perfect for medical students or anyone looking to enhance their medical terminology knowledge.