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#1

Which term refers to inflammation of the liver?

Hepatitis
Explanation

Liver inflammation.

#2

What does the prefix 'hyper-' mean in medical terminology?

Above or excessive
Explanation

Above normal or excessive.

#3

What does the prefix 'hemi-' mean in medical terminology?

Half
Explanation

Half or partial.

#4

Which term refers to a specialist in the study of tumors?

Oncologist
Explanation

Doctor specialized in tumor study.

#5

Which term refers to the study of the heart?

Cardiology
Explanation

Study of the heart.

#6

Which suffix means 'surgical removal'?

-ectomy
Explanation

Surgical removal.

#7

What is the medical term for 'high blood pressure'?

Hypertension
Explanation

High blood pressure.

#8

Which term describes the surgical puncture of the abdominal cavity to remove fluid?

Laparocentesis
Explanation

Surgical drainage of abdominal fluid.

#9

What is the medical term for 'inflammation of the joints'?

Arthritis
Explanation

Joint inflammation.

#10

Which term describes the surgical repair of a blood vessel?

Angioplasty
Explanation

Surgical repair of blood vessel.

#11

What is the medical term for the voice box?

Larynx
Explanation

Anatomy of the throat involved in sound production.

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