Medical Terminology and Body Organization Quiz

Prefix 'derm' refers to skin.

The endocrine system produces hormones regulating bodily functions.

The pancreas produces insulin.

Larynx is the medical term for the voice box.

Hypertension refers to high blood pressure.

Appendectomy is the surgical removal of the appendix.

Leukocyte is a white blood cell involved in immune response.

Dyspnea refers to difficulty in breathing.

Ecchymosis is the medical term for a bruise.

Aspiration is the process of removing fluid using a needle from a body cavity.

Hepatitis refers to inflammation of the liver.

Blood type O is the 'universal donor'.

Arthritis is inflammation of the joints.

Craniotomy refers to a surgical incision into the skull.

Enteritis is inflammation of the stomach and intestines.