Prefixes and Suffixes in Human Anatomy Quiz

Test your knowledge with 14 questions on anatomical prefixes and suffixes. Learn medical terms used in human anatomy.

#1

Which of the following prefixes means 'around' or 'surrounding'?

Peri-
Epi-
Endo-
Sub-
#2

What does the suffix '-ectomy' mean?

To cut out or remove
Inflammation
Pertaining to
Enlargement
#3

What does the prefix 'hemi-' mean?

Half
Before
Outside
Around
#4

Which suffix means 'pertaining to'?

-itis
-ology
-ic
-ectomy
#5

What does the suffix '-emia' typically indicate?

Infection
Inflammation
Blood condition
Pain
#6

Which prefix means 'within' or 'inside'?

Peri-
Epi-
Endo-
Sub-
#7

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

Pain
Process of recording
To cut into
Condition of
#8

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

Fast
Slow
Within
Under
#9

Which suffix means 'inflammation'?

-algia
-itis
-plasty
-ectomy
#10

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

Pertaining to
Process of recording
To dissolve or destroy
Enlargement
#11

Which prefix means 'outside' or 'beyond'?

Peri-
Epi-
Endo-
Exo-
#12

What does the prefix 'hypo-' signify?

Above
Below
Around
Outside
#13

What does the suffix '-plasty' refer to?

Pain
Process of recording
To cut into
Surgical repair or reconstruction
#14

What does the suffix '-plasia' refer to?

Pain
Process of recording
Formation or development
Surgical repair or reconstruction

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