Anatomical Prefixes, Roots and Suffixes #1

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What does the prefix 'endo-' mean?

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Inside or within.

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In the term 'cardiology', what does the suffix '-ology' indicate?

Back

The study of.

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What does the prefix 'meta-' signify?

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Beyond.

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

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Inflammation or swelling.

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What does the suffix '-ation' indicate?

Back

Condition or process.

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What does the prefix 'hyper-' mean?

Back

Excessive or above normal.

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What does the prefix 'hypo-' mean?

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Below normal or deficient.

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In the term 'nephrology', what does 'nephro-' refer to?

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Kidney.

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What does the suffix '-ectomy' mean?

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Surgical removal.

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What does the prefix 'tachy-' indicate?

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Fast or rapid.