Plasia vs Trophy Quiz and Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does the suffix '-plasia' refer to?

Change in the structure of cells

Development in the size of cells

Formation, growth in the number of cells (correct)

Lack of development of cells

What does the suffix '-trophy' refer to?

Development in the size of cells, tissue, or organs (correct)

Poor formation of cells

Abnormal increase in the number of cells

Formation of cells

What does 'ana/plasia' mean?

Change in the structure of cells and their orientation

What does 'a/plasia' indicate?

Lack of formation of cells Signup and view all the answers

Define 'dys/plasia'.

Poor (abnormal) formation of cells Signup and view all the answers

What does 'hyper/plasia' mean?

Abnormal increase in the number of cells in normal arrangement Signup and view all the answers

What is 'neo/plasia'?

New and abnormal accelerated formation of cells resulting in a tumor Signup and view all the answers

What does 'dys/trophy' refer to?

Poor, painful development of tissue or organ Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by 'a/trophy'?

Lack of development; tissue wasting Signup and view all the answers

Define 'hyper/trophy'.

Overdevelopment in size of organ Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Cellular Growth and Development Terminology

-plasia: Refers to formation or growth, particularly in the number of cells.
-trophy: Indicates development in the size of cells, tissues, or organs.

Types of Cellular Changes

ana/plasia: Describes changes in the structure and orientation of cells.
a/plasia: Indicates a complete lack of cell formation.
dys/plasia: Refers to abnormal or poor formation of cells.

Abnormal Cell Growth

hyper/plasia: Represents an abnormal increase in cell numbers while maintaining normal arrangement.
neo/plasia: Describes the new and abnormal accelerated formation of cells, often resulting in tumor formation.

Tissue and Organ Development Issues

dys/trophy: Refers to poor or painful development of tissues or organs, commonly associated with muscle tissues.
a/trophy: Indicates tissue wasting or lack of development, frequently related to muscle tissue.
hyper/trophy: Relates to the overdevelopment in size of an organ.

Description

Explore the definitions of critical biological terms with our -plasia and -trophy flashcards. Understand the differences in cell formation and growth, as well as abnormal conditions related to cellular development. Perfect for students studying biology or medicine!