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Medical Terminology - Combining Forms and Word Parts Quiz

#1

What is the meaning of the combining form 'cardi' in medical terminology?

Heart
Explanation

Refers to the heart.

#2

What does the suffix '-itis' indicate in medical terminology?

Inflammation
Explanation

Denotes inflammation.

#3

What does the combining form 'hemo-' refer to?

Blood
Explanation

Related to blood.

#4

What is the meaning of the combining form 'gastr(o)-'?

Stomach
Explanation

Related to the stomach.

#5

What is the meaning of the combining form 'hepat'?

Liver
Explanation

Relates to the liver.

#6

What is the meaning of the combining form 'dermat(o)-'?

Skin
Explanation

Related to the skin.

#7

What is the combining form for 'bone'?

Osteo-
Explanation

Related to bone.

#8

What does the prefix 'neo-' signify in medical terminology?

New
Explanation

Indicates newness or novelty.

#9

What is the meaning of the suffix '-ectomy'?

Surgical removal
Explanation

Refers to surgical removal.

#10

What is the meaning of the prefix 'brady-'?

Slow
Explanation

Indicates slowness.

#11

Which of the following suffixes indicates 'surgical puncture to remove fluid'?

-centesis
Explanation

Denotes surgical puncture for fluid removal.

#12

Which suffix means 'abnormal condition or disease'?

-pathy
Explanation

Denotes abnormal condition or disease.

#13

What is the meaning of the combining form 'thrombo'?

Blood clot
Explanation

Relates to blood clotting.

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