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Medical Terminology Roots and Definitions Quiz

#1

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

New
Explanation

Indicates 'new' or 'recent'.

#2

Which of the following suffixes means 'surgical repair'?

-plasty
Explanation

Indicates 'surgical repair' or 'reconstruction'.

#3

What is the meaning of the suffix '-emia' in medical terminology?

Condition of the blood
Explanation

Refers to a 'condition of the blood'.

#4

What does the root 'derm-' mean in medical terminology?

Skin
Explanation

Relates to the 'skin'.

#5

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

Joint
Explanation

Relates to 'joints'.

#6

What is the meaning of the root 'cardi-' in medical terminology?

Heart
Explanation

Relates to the 'heart'.

#7

Which of the following is a correct definition of the term 'ophthalmologist'?

Specialist in eye diseases
Explanation

Expert in treating eye disorders.

#8

Which of the following is a correct definition of the term 'endocrinology'?

Study of the endocrine system
Explanation

The branch of medicine concerned with hormones and glands.

#9

What is the definition of the term 'gastroenteritis'?

Inflammation of the stomach and intestines
Explanation

Inflammation of the digestive tract.

#10

Which term refers to the surgical removal of the uterus?

Hysterectomy
Explanation

Surgical removal of the uterus.

#11

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

Half
Explanation

Denotes 'half' or 'partial'.

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