Combining Forms
front
anter/o
below; below normal; deficient
hypo-
Pumps blood containing oxygen and nutrients throughout body
Cardiovascular System
Front of the body
anterior
oral
mouth
below
infer/o
cell
-cyte
Produces red blood cells
Stores minerals
Skeletal System
Vertical plane that divides the body into front and back sections.
Frontal Plane
femoral
thigh
side
later/o
formation
-genesis
Produces hormones
Regulates body functions
Endocrine System
Further from the point of attachment
distal
crural
shin
near the point of attachment or origin
proxim/o
apart
ana-
Protect body from microorganisms that cause disease
Immune/Lymphatic System
The backs of the hands are _____ to the palms.
posterior
dorsal
entire back
same;equal
is/o
good; normal
eu-
Filters blood
Removes waste products
Regulates electrolyte and fluid balance
Urinary System
The heart is _____ to the lungs.
medial
coxal
hip