Medical Terminology Semester I

Front

Which is NOT an accessory organ to the skin?

Back

Sensory receptor is NOT an accessory organ to the skin. Accessory organs include hair, nails, and sweat glands.

Front

What is the genetic condition in which the body is unable to make melanin?

Back

Albinism is a genetic condition where the body cannot produce melanin, leading to lighter skin and hair.

Front

What organ does a gastroenterologist treat?

Back

A gastroenterologist treats diseases of the stomach and other parts of the digestive system.

Front

What combining form means 'nose'?

Back

The combining form 'rhin/o' means nose.

Front

What prefix means 'self'?

Back

The prefix 'auto-' means self.

Front

What is the medical term for the study of the skin?

Back

Dermatology is the medical term for the study of the skin.

Front

What does the suffix '-itis' indicate?

Back

The suffix '-itis' indicates inflammation.

Front

What is the term for a benign tumor of fat tissue?

Back

A lipoma is a benign tumor of fat tissue.

Front

What is the medical term for the voice box?

Back

The larynx is the medical term for the voice box.

Front

What does the prefix 'hyper-' mean?

Back

The prefix 'hyper-' means excessive or above normal.