Prefixes
What does the prefix "brady-" mean?
Slow
What does the suffix "-itis" mean?
Inflammation
What is the main function of the respiratory system?
Gas exchange
What is the main function of the digestive system?
Break down food for nutrients
What organ filters blood to form urine?
Kidneys
What does the prefix "tachy-" mean?
Fast/ rapid
The suffix "-ectomy" means what?
Surgical removal
What muscle is responsible for breathing?
Diaphragm
What organ produces bile?
Liver
What does "nephro-" refer to?
Kidney
The prefix "hyper-" means what?
Above/excessive
What does the suffix "-megaly" mean?
Enlargement
What is inflammation of the bronchi called?
Bronchitis
What does "gastro-" refer to?
Stomach
The hormone insulin is produced by which organ?
Pancreas
What does "hypo-" mean?
Below/deficient
The suffix "-oma" refers to what?
Tumor or mass
What does the prefix "pneumo-" refer to?
Lung or air
What is inflammation of the gallbladder called?
Cholecystitis
What is inflammation of the uterus called?
Metritis
The prefix "dys-" indicates what?
Painful, Difficult & abnormal
What does the suffix "-algia" mean?
Pain
What is the medical term for surgical repair of the nose?
Rhinoplasty
What does "-phagia" mean?
Eating or swallowing
What does the suffix "-uria" mean?
Condition of urine