Medical Terms: Tachy- to Thromb(o)

Questions and Answers

What does the prefix 'Tachy-' denote?

Fast, irregularly fast (correct)

Heat

Slow

Pressure

What does the suffix '-tension' refer to?

Pressure

What does 'Tetan-' mean?

Rigid, tense

What is the meaning of 'Thec-'?

Case, sheath Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Thel(e)-' or 'Thel(o)-' pertain to?

Pertaining to a nipple Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Thely-' relate to?

Relating to a woman, feminine Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Therap(o)-' signify?

Treatment Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'Therm(o)-'?

Heat Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Thorac(i)-, Thorac(o)-, Thoracico-' pertain to?

Pertaining to the upper chest, chest area above the breast and under the neck Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Thromb(o)-' relate to?

Relating to a blood clot, clotting of the blood Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Medical Prefixes and Suffixes

Tachy-
Indicates speed or irregularly fast activity.
-tension / -tensive
Refers to pressure, often used in medical contexts to describe states or conditions affecting blood pressure.
Tetan-
Describes rigidity or tension in muscles, commonly associated with spasms or disorders.
Thec-
Relates to a case or sheath, often used in anatomical terms pertaining to membranes or protective layers.
Thel(e)- / Thel(o)-
Pertains specifically to the nipple, utilized in terms regarding breast tissue or conditions.
Thely-
Indicates a relation to femininity or women, often used in gynecological terminology.
Therap(o)-
Signifies treatment, forming the basis of several terms in medical therapy and healthcare practices.
Therm(o)-
Refers to heat, used in various contexts including temperature measurement and metabolic processes.
Thorac(i)- / Thorac(o)- / Thoracico-
Relates to the upper chest region, including structures above the breasts and below the neck, essential in pulmonary and cardiovascular terms.
Thromb(o)-
Associated with blood clots and the process of clotting, frequently appearing in discussions of circulatory health and thromboembolic disorders.

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Explore key medical terms from 'tachy-' to 'thromb(o)' with our flashcards! This quiz provides definitions that help you understand complex medical jargon related to pressure, rigidity, and anatomical structures. Perfect for students and professionals looking to enhance their medical vocabulary.