Suffix Quiz

What does the suffix "-al" mean?

• enzyme

• pertaining to

• surgical puncture

• blood condition

What does the suffix "-itis" refer to?

• inflammation

• cell

• study of

• madness or insane desire

The suffix "-ectomy" is associated with which of the following meanings?

• excision or surgical removal

• enlargement

• instrument used to measure

• vision

Which suffix means "cell"?

• -cyte

• -emia

• -ase

• -osis

What is the meaning of the suffix "-osis"?

• pertaining to

• enzyme

• abnormal increase in production

• surgical puncture

The suffix "-ologist" denotes someone who is what?

• one who studies or practices

• pertaining to glue

• involved in surgical puncture

• suffering from a blood condition

What does the suffix "-oxia" stand for?

• enzyme

• oxygen

• tumor or swelling

• madness or insane desire

What does the suffix "-pathy" mean in medical terminology?

• Control or stop

• Disease

• Cutting

• Hardening

What does the suffix "-sclerosis" refer to in medical terms?

• Visual examination

• Infection

• Hardening

• Instrument used to measure

The suffix "-scope" is used for items that are:

• Influencing

• Used for visual examination

• Involuntary muscle contraction

• Cutting