Combining Forms / Roots
The combining form gastr/o refers to the __
Stomach
True or False: The prefix in "Congenital" means separated.
False. Con- means with, together.
The stomach is an example of a(n):
Organ
This suffix means a record or written image.
-gram
Which specialist treats diseases of the skin, hair, and nails?
Dermatologist
The combining form nephr/o means __
kidney
Fill in the blank: Uni-, ___, Tri-, Quadri-
Bi-
Which body system secretes hormones carried by blood to other organs?
Endocrine system
This suffix means separation, breakdown, or destruction.
-lysis
A patient has anemia and abnormal blood test results. Which specialist would evaluate their condition?
Hematologist
Which combining form means intestines?
enter/o
True or False: The prefixes ab- and ad- are opposite to each other.
True (ab- = away from, ad- = toward)
Which procedure means process of viewing the bronchial tubes?
Bronchoscopy
This suffix refers to the surgical creation of an opening.
-stomy
A patient has kidney failure and requires dialysis. Which specialist manages their care?
Nephrologist
The combining form cerebr/o refers to the ___
cerebrum (largest part of the brain)
True or False: The prefix in "Hemiplegia" refers to blood.
False. Hemi- means half.
Which region of the back refers to the waist or loin area?
Lumbar region
This suffix means condition or state.
-ia
A patient has a disorder affecting the immune system and allergic reactions. Which specialist would evaluate them?
Immunologist
The combining form onc/o refers to a __
tumor (cancer)
True or False: The prefix in "Remission" refers to repeat.
False. Re- means back, behind.
Which procedure removes the voice box?
Laryngectomy
This suffix means abnormal condition or disease.
-Pathy
A patient has rheumatoid arthritis affecting their joints and connective tissues. Which specialist would treat this disorder?
Rheumatologist