Prefixes
What is the definition of Dys-?
Bad, Painful, Difficult
What is the definition of -Scopy?
Visual examination
What is the definition of -logy?
Study of
Describes the front or direction toward the front of the body
Anterior
What is AIDS an abbreviation for?
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
What is the definition of Post-?
After, Behind
What is the definition of -Spasm?
Involuntary Contraction, Twitching
What is the definition of myc/o?
Fungus
Describes the back or direction toward the back of the body
Posterior
What does BM stand for?
Bowel Movement
What is the definition of Tachy-?
Rapid
What is the definition of -Rrhexis?
Rupture
What is the definition of melano/o?
Black
Describes the middle or direction toward the middle of the body
Medial
What does stat mean?
Immediately
What is the definition of Pseudo-?
False
What is the definition of -Emia?
Blood condition
What is the definition of cheil/o?
Lip
Describes the side or direction toward the side of the body
Lateral
What does GERD stand for?
Gastroesophageal reflux disease
What is the definition of Supra-?
Above, Excessive, Superior
What is the definition of -Rrhea?
Discharge, Flow
What is the definition of gastr/o?
Stomach
Describes a position below or lower than another part of the body proper
Inferior
What does BMI stand for?
Body Mass Index