Prefixes
This prefix means "slow," as in a slow heartbeat.
What is Brady-?
This suffix means "inflammation," as in arthritis.
What is -itis?
The lymphatic system works closely with this other body system to protect against infection.
What is the immune system?
Hypertension means this condition.
What is high blood pressure?
An X-ray of the breast is called this.
What is the mammogram?
This prefix means "half" or "partial."
What is Hemi- or Semi-?
This suffix means "surgical removal."
What is -ectomy?
The system responsible for hormone regulation.
What is the endocrine system?
Anemia is most directly defined as a deficiency in this component of the blood.
This blood test measures the average blood sugar levels over the past 2–3 months.
What is the hemoglobin A1c test?
This prefix means "within" or "inside."
What is Endo-?
This suffix means "record or picture."
What is -gram?
The alveoli, small sacs in this system, are the primary site of gas exchange due to their thin walls and close contact with capillaries.
What is the respiratory system?
Leukopenia means abnormally low levels of these cells.
What are white blood cells?
This imaging technique uses strong magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed pictures of organs and tissues.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
This prefix means "many" or "much."
What is Poly-?
This suffix means "surgical puncture to remove fluid."
What is -cetntesis?
This body system returns excess interstitial fluid to the bloodstream and also transports dietary fats.
What is the lymphatic system?
Hashimoto’s disease is an autoimmune disorder that primarily damages this gland.
What is the thyroid gland?
A Pap smear screens for cancer in this organ.
What is the cervix?
This prefix means "bad, painful, or difficult."
What is Dys-?
This suffix means "to suture or stitch."
What is -rrhaphy?
The medulla oblongata, part of this body system, regulates vital involuntary functions like breathing and heart rate.
What is the nervous system?
Addison’s disease results from insufficient production of these hormones.
What are adrenal cortex hormones?
Amniocentesis involves sampling fluid from _______.
What is the amniotic sac?