Major Quiz #1, PBHL 2663 Major Quiz #2 (Modules 6-8), PBHL 2663 Major Quiz #3 (Modules 9-12), Major Quiz #4 (Modules 13-15)
combining form that means brain
cerebr/o
urticaria
hives
increase in the number of malignant white blood cells
leukemia
white blood cells
leukocytes
white blood cells -
leukocytes, fight infection
Transverse plane
line that divides the body into upper and lower sections - cross-sectional view
study of tumors
oncology
Mrs. Thompson's spleen was lacerated during a car accident . the spleen is located in the
abdominal cavity
pathologist
specialist who performs autopsies and reads biopsies
the suffix that means surgical puncture to remove fluid is
-centesis
Ataxia
Condition of no muscle coordination
X-ray
A form of energy that travels in waves that can pass through some living tissue, but not through bone.
Preeclampsia
Condition during pregnancy marked by high blood pressure, hypertension, albuminuria, and edema
Emphysema
Condition in which alveoli lose their elasticity, become overinflated, and eventually rupture
Endometriosis
Condition in which inner uterus tissue grows in another abnormal location
Asphyxia
Condition in which one falls unconscious or dies due to oxygen deprivation
Hypothyroid
Condition in which the thyroid gland is not able to produce enough thyroid hormone
-Osis
Condition of
Echocardiography
Diagnostic ultrasound that captures images of the heart
Lacrimal Gland
Gland underneath the upper eyelid that produces tears
Macro-
Large
Macrophage
Large phagocytic leukocyte that ingests foreign material
an exaggerated or unusual hypersensitivity to foreign protein or other substances
anaphylaxis
Thoracic cavity
contains the heart, lungs, esophagus, and trachea
Spinal cavity
contains the spinal cord
Neuropathy
disease condition of the nerves
Recubent
lying down reclining
production of abnormally large volumes of dilute urine
polyuria
____ means lying on the back , its opposite position is ___
supine , prone
volvulus
twisting of the bowel on itself, causing obstruction
Lacrimal
Pertaining to tears
Myoneural
Pertaining to the muscle and nerve
Pharma-
Pharmcy, drugs, or medicine
Cancellous Bone Spaces
Spongy, more porous section that is found underneath the compact bones
Strab-
Squint
suffix meaning condition of urine is
-uria
abnormal accumulation of fluid in the abdomen
ascites
murmur
extra heart sound
nose bleed
epistaxis
artificial kidney machine to remove wastes from the blood
hemodialysis
diabetes insipidus
inadequate secretion or resistance of the kidney to the action of ADH
arthro-
joint
nephro-
kidney
nephrologist
kidney specialist
renal calculi
kidney stones
the functional organs of the urinary system that produce urine
kidneys
-asthenia
lack of strength
-plegia
paralysis
hormone that increases blood calcium
parathyroid hormone
rhythm like muscular contractions of the gastrointestinal tract and other tubular structures
peristalsis
gastric
pertaining to the stomach
cell that ingests
phagocyte
Cerebrum
Area of the brain that coordinates volunray movement and balance
Thalamus
Area of the brain that relays impulses and maintains consciousness
Infarction
Area of tissue death due to hypoxia
-Emia
Blood condition
Hemothorax
Blood in the chest cavity
Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA)
Blood test used to screen for prostate cancer
Angi-
Blood vessel
Cyan-
Blue
Ossi-
Bone
Oste-
Bone
Ventricles
Canals or spaces within the Cerebrum that contain cerebrospinal fluid
Leukemia
Cancer or condition of white blood cells
Osteoclast
Bone-destroying cells that help to absorb or digest bone tissue
Osteoblast
Bone-forming cells that help build a bony tissue
Mastoid
Bony process of the skull located just behind the ear
Encephal-
Brain
Central Nervous System (CNS)
Brain and the Spinal Cord
Pulmonary Artery
Branching structure that leads to each lung and is the only artery with oxygen-poor blood
Dendrite
Branchlike parts of a neuron that are specialized to receive information
Mammo-
Breast
Mast-
Breast
-Pnea
Breathing
Inspiration
Breathing in; Diaphragm contracts and moves downward; Increase in air pressure
Exhalation
Breathing out; Diaphram relaxes and moves upward; Decrease in pressure
Bronch-
Brochus
Exophthalmos
Buldging eyes
Caus-
Burn
Causalgia
Burning pain
Causalgia
Burning pain sensation
Squamous
Flat cells
Squamous Epithelium
Flat, scale-like layer of cells that makes up composed the Epidermis
Sarc-
Flesh or connective tissue
Sphygmomanometer
Instrument used to measure blood pressure
Manometer
Instrument used to measure pressure
Laparoscope
Instrument used to view the abdomen
Myelin Sheath
Insulating layer that covers the axon in order to increase nerve impulse delivery
Suture
Interlocking line of union between bones
Ischemia
Lack of blood supply
Aorta
Largest artery in the body that delivers oxygen-rich blood to all of the other arterial structures
Synapse
Junction at the end of a neuron in which the impulse must cross
Cardiovascular System
Made up of the heart and the body's vast network of vessels
Sperm
Male gamete cell
-Sperm
Male sex cell
Spermatozoan
Male sex cell
Testosterone
Male sex hormone
Androgen
Male sex hormone that promotes sex characteristics
Sarcoma
Malignant tumor of connective tissue
Carcinoma of the Prostate
Malignant tumor of the prostate
Multi-
Many
Poly-
Many
Adenoids
Mass of lymphatic tissue in the nasopharynx
Splenectomy
Surgical removal of the spleen
-Plasty
Surgical repair
-ectomy
Surigcal removal
Peri-
Surrounding or around
Pharynx
Throat
Auscultate
To listen
Auscultation
To listen to the body for diagnostic purposes
Mio-
To make smaller
Scab-
To scratch
-Mission
To send
-Crit
To separate or judge
Narco-
To sleep
-Optysis
To spit up
-Stasis
To stop or control
Hemostasis
To stop or control blood flow
located on top of kidneys
adrenal
widening of a blood vessel that can lead to hemorrhage and stroke weakening or ballooning of an arterial wall
aneurysm
a protein substance whose formation by lymphocytes is stimulated by the presence of antigens in the body
antibody
which x-ray tech. internal organs observed in motion on luminescent screen
fluoroscopy
x-rays are focused on a screen that glows
fluoroscopy
glyc/o
glucose, sugar
nerve pain , pain in a nerve
neuralgia
nervous exhaustion and weakness
neurasthenia
chemical messenger released at the end of a nerve cell ...
neurotransmitter
a-
no, not, without
deficiency of all cellular elements of the blood
pancytopenia
paralysis of both legs and the lower part of the body
paraplegia
Contagious, parasitic infection of the skin
scabies
these produce sebum to lubricate....
sebaceous glands
CT scan (computed tomography)
takes x ray photos from different angles
flouroscopy
technique in which x-rays are directed through the body to a fluorescent screen that displays internal structures in continuous motion
gastro-
stomach or abdomen
cholestasis
stoppage of bile flow
-stasis
stopping, controlling
arthrocentesis
surgical puncture of the joint space with a needle
nephrectomy
surgical removal of a kidney nephr/o= kidney
mastectomy
surgical removal of breast tissue
gastrectomy
surgical removal of part or all of the stomach Gastr/o= stomach The suffix -ectomy means incision or removal.
angioplasty
surgical repair of a blood vessel
mammoplasty
surgical repair of the breast
these produce sweat to cool the body....
sweat glands
Anaphylaxis
Severe allergic reaction
Pruritis
Severe itching of the skin
Gamete
Sex cell
Diaphysis
Shaft portion of a long bone
A-
Without
An-
Without
Amenorrhea
Without / absence of menstrual flow
Atrophy
Without development
Angiogram
X-ray image of a blood vessel
Pyelogram
X-ray image of the renal pelvis and urinary tract
Angiogram
X-ray imaging of blood vessels after injection of contrast material
Hysterosalpingography
X-ray imaging of the uterus and fallopian tubes after injection of contrast material
Anteroposterior
X-rays travel from a frontal source to a rear placed detector
anteriposterior
X-rays travel from a frontal source to a rear placed detector
Corpus Luteum
Yellow, fatty material that produces estrogen and progesterone
cirrhosis
a chronic degenerative disease of the liver characterized by scarring
Empyema
a collection of Pus in the pleural or body cavity
adenoma
a benign tumor formed from glandular structures in epithelial tissue. (prefix- aden= gland, suffix- oma= tumor)
tetany
a condition that is due usually to hypocalcemia and is characterized by spasms of the hands and feet and cramps
Articulation
Joint
the combining form for side is
later/o
Lamin-
Lamina
Neurology
The study of the nervous system
Dermatology
The study of the skin
Gynecology
The study of women
Apex
The tip of an organ
subungual
under the nail
Laparo-
Abdomen or abdominal wall
Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)
Cranial, Spinal, and Autonomic nerves
Strabismus
Crossed eyes; Defect in eye muscles so that both eyes don't focus on the same point
Scoli-
Curved or crooked
Cartilage Disc
Cushion for in between vertebrae bones
Fluoroscopy
Technique in which x-rays are directed through the body to a fluorescent screen that displays internal structures in continuous motion
Placenta
Temporary organ that joins the mother and fetus to exchange nutrients and wastes
Orchi/o
Testicle or testes
Rheumatology
The study of rheumatic illnesses
Interventional Radiology
The use of radiographic imaging to guide a procedure such as a biopsy or positioning of catheters
Semen
Thick fluid containing sperm and other secretions
Myocardium
Thick middle musclar muscle layer of the heart
Keloid
Thick scar made of collagen rather than connective tissue
Amnion
Thin membrane sac that encloses the fetus during pregnancy
-Dipsia
Thirst
Supination
Turning the palms upward / FORWARD
Retroversion
Turning the uterus backward
Venae Cavae
Two large venous structures of the heart that receive oxygen-poor blood
Tympan-
Tympanic membrane or eardrum
Natural Immunity
Type of immunity protection that one is born with such as phagocytic activity within the blood cells
Echocardiography
Ultrasonic diagnostic procedure used to evaluate the structures and motion of the heart
Narcolepsy
Uncontrollable sleep attacks
Sub-
Under
Subungual
Under the nail
Subcutaneous
Under the skin
Hypothyroidism
Underactivity of the thyroid gland
Anisocoria
Unequal pupils
Stem Cells
Unspecialized and undifferentiated cells that can mature into any cell type
Epi-
Upon
Epidural
Upon the dura
Superior Vena Cava
Upper Vena Cava that returns blood back to the heart from the upper portions of the body
Atria
Upper chambers of the heart
-Uria
Urine condition
Metr-
Uterus
Metr/o
Uterus
Hyster-
Uterus or womb
Tricuspid Valve
Valve located between the right atrium and the right ventricle that has three cusps
Hypoglycemia
abnormally low level of sugar in the blood
hyper-
above
epi-
above, upon
amenorrhea
absence of menstrual flow
apnea
absence of spontaneous breathing
ion
action or process
protein in the urine
albuminuria
a state of abnormal hypersensitivity acquired through exposure to a particular substance:
allergy
a state of abnormal hypersensitivity acquired through exposure to a particular....
allergy
pertaining to the head
cephalic
neurotransmitter
chemical messenger
gallbladder
cholecyst /o
Psoriasis
chronic skin condition characterized by frequent episodes of redness, itching, and thick, dry scales on the skin
atresia
closure where an opening should be
throb/o
clot
epidural hematoma
collection of blood above / upon the dura mater
profuse sweating
diaphoresis
dysphagia
difficult or painful swallowing
a ____ is an intervertebral structure
disc
neuropathy
disease condition of the nerves
cardiomyopathy
disease of the heart muscle
the femur ( thigh bone ) joins the knee at the ___ end
distal
increased or excessive production of urine
diuresis
Sagittal plane
divides the body lengthwise into right and left sides
thyroid gland
endocrine gland that surrounds the trachea in the neck
-megaly
enlargement
cardiomegaly
enlargement of the heart
hepatomegaly
enlargement of the liver
goiter
enlargement of the thyroid gland
White blood cell with red granules
eosinophil
the prefix that means above or upon
epi -
sperm maturation site
epididymis
chronic disorder characterized by recurrent seizure activity
epilepsy
incision made through the skin of the perineum to enlarge the vaginal orifice
episiotomy
this type of cell contains hemoglobin to carry oxygen:
erythrocyte
hyperthyroidism
excessive activity of the thyroid gland. Symptoms such as increased heart rate, weight loss, and insomnia occur.
polyphagia
excessive hunger
polyuria
excessive production of urine
polydipsia
excessive thirst as a symptom of disease
the exchange of air between the outside environment and the capillaries of the lungs is called
external respiration
murmur
extra hear sound
ophthalmo-
eye
supine
face up
unilateral
pertaining to one side
cerebral
pertaining to the cerebrum (largest part of the brain) the suffix -al means pertaining to
cephalic
pertaining to the head
Lateral
pertaining to the side of the body
Placental Implantation over cervical opening or the lower region of uterine wall
placenta previa
medical term for afterbirth
placental expulsion
Placenta Previa
placental implantation over cervical opening or the lower region of the uterine wall Condition in which the placenta precedes the baby
surgical repair of a blood vessel is an angio __
plasty
double-folded membrane surrounding each lung
pleura
fluid present in membranes provides...
pleural fluid
etiology
the study of the cause of illness
interventional radiology
the use of radiographic imaging to guide a procedure such as a biopsy or positioning of catheters
cystoscopy
the visual examination of the urinary bladder using a cystoscope cyst = containing fluid) cystoscopy the suffix -scopy is a complex suffix that includes the root scop, meaning visual examination, and the final suffix -y, meaning process.
keloid
thickened scar
Thrombocyte
thromb/o= clot, aka platelets- help clot blood -osis= condition/clot formation
a blood clotting cell
thrombocyte
platelet or cell that helps clot the blood
thrombocyte
destruction of a blood clot
thrombolysis
percutaneous
through the skin
blister
vesicle
angi/o
vessel
hematemesis
vomiting blood
rheumat/o
watery flow
hemiparesis
weakness partial paralysis of one half of the body, left or right
a smooth, slightly raised edematous area that is redder or paler than surrounding skin
wheal
mosquito bite
wheal
Leukocyte
white blood cell leuk/o= white, -cyte= cell fights disease
aneurism
widening of a blood vessel
aphasia
without / no speech
gyneco-
woman
angiography
x-ray imaging of blood vessels after injection of contrast material
pyelography
x-ray imaging of the renal pelvis and urinary tract
hysterosalpingography
x-ray imaging of the uterus and fallopian tubes after injection of contrast material
radio-
x-rays
Calc-
Calcium
Adipo-
Fat
Anterior
Front
Eu-
Good or normal
Kera-
Horn or hardness
Em-
In
Aplastic
Inability to be molded or develop
Em-
Into
Viv-
Life or alive
Aphasia
Loss of speech
Lymphaden-
Lymph node
Parathyroid
Meaning near or beside the thyroid
Lact-
Milk
Myo-
Muscle
-Taxia
Muscle coordination
Myometrium
Muscular middle layer of the uterus
Neo-
New
Tomography
Process of recording slices or cuts
-Oxysm
Sudden
Ana-
Up or apart
Albin-
White
retroperitoneal
behind the abdomen
aden/o
gland
produces pigment in skin
melanocyte
the suffix - stomy
new opening
immun/o
protection
-oid
resembling
-plasty
surgical repair
pertaining to internal organs
visceral
arhroscopy
visual examination of the joint
twisting of intestines
volvulus
the suffix meaning pertaining to producing is
- genic
the opposite of - sclerosis is
- malacia
suffix that means drooping
- ptosis
HEMOglobin is the protein in the red blood cells that carries oxygen
----globin
abnormal condition of cells
-cytosis
one who specializes in
-ist
which suffix means disease condition
-pathy pathy
hardening
-sclerosis
Cranial Nerves
12 pairs of nerves that carry impulses between the brain, head, and neck
Spinal Nerves
31 pairs of nerves that carry impulses between the spinal cord and the chest, abdomen, and the extremities
Menstrual Cycle
A 28-day cycle of reproductive activity experienced by females
Fractures
A break or crack in the bone or cartilage
Embryo
A fetus at the earliest age of development
Seminiferous Tubules
A mass of coiled tubing that produces sperm found within the testicles
Rheumatism
A painful condition involving the joints and muscles
Albino
A person with albinism
Karyotype
A picture of all the chromosomes in a cell arranged in pairs
Bed Sore
A pressured skin ucler that come from lying in one position for too long that there is compromised skin circulation
Petechia
A small red or purple spot caused by bleeding into the skin
Rheumatologist
A specialist in Rheumatology
Periosteum
A strong membrane that covers the surface of a long bone
gastrotomy
A surgical incision into the stomach (gastr/o means stomach.) The suffix -tomy is another complex suffix, which contains the root tom, meaning to cut, and the final suffix -y, meaning process of.
Agranulocyte
A white blood cell without granules in the cytoplasm
Multipara
A woman who has had two or more pregnancies
Orthopnea
Ability to breathe easily in an upright position
-Plastic
Able to be molded or altered
Lordosis
Abnormal anterior curvature of the lumbar spine (Sway-back Condition)
Hydrocephalus
Abnormal build up of CSF in the brain
Scoliosis
Abnormal condition of a crooked and curved spine
Cyanosis
Abnormal condition of blue
Anisocytosis
Abnormal condition of cells of unequal size
Ichthyosis
Abnormal condition of dry, scaly skin scaly , dry skin
Microcytosis
Abnormal condition of small cells red blood cells that are smaller than normal
Rhonci
Abnormal course rattling sound in the lungs
Rales
Abnormal crackling or clicking sound in the lungs heard during respiration
Murmur
Abnormal heart sound
Herniation
Abnormal protrusion of tissue through an opening
-Malacia
Abnormal softening
Osteomalacia
Abnormal softening of the bone
Xerosis
Abnormally dry skin
Hypercalcemia
Abnormally high levels of calcium in the blood
Hypocalcemia
Abnormally low levels of calcium in the blood
Apnea
Absence of breathing
Azoospermia
Absence of sperm in the semen no sperm found in the semen
Hemianopsia
Absence of vision in half of the visual field
Pneumonia
Acute infection and/or inflammation of the alveoli
Apical
Adjective referring to the apex
Adrena-
Adrenal gland
Epinephrine
Adrenaline; Hormone secreted by the adrenal glands that increases heart rate, respiration, and blood pressure in times of stress
Re-
Again
Anti-
Against or opposing
Monocyte
Agranulocytic leukocyte that has a kidney-shaped nucleus that is phagocytic and helps remove debris
Pneumothorax
Air in the chest outside of the lung
Alveoli
Air sacs in the lungs: Emphysema primarily affects which lung structure?
Pan-
All
Pan-
All or entire
Trachea
Allows air to pass to and from the lungs
Emphysema
Alveolar walls lose their elasticity and become overinflated
Electroencephalogram (EEG)
An amplified recording of the waves of electrical activity that sweep across the brain's surface. The suffix -gram means record. Abbreviated ECG
Aneurysm
An excessive localized enlargement of an artery caused by a weakening of the artery wall
Hilum
An indentation on the surface of an organ where nerves, ducts, etc leave and enter
Neuron
An individual nerve cell
Hemoglobin
An iron-containing protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen
-Philia
Attraction to
Aplastic Anemia
Anemia due to the bone marrow's failure to produce rbcs, wbcs, and platelets
Lymphocyte
Angranulocytic leukocyte cell with rounded nucleui that directly attacks invaders and produces antibodies which help to neutralize foreign antigens
Zoo-
Animal or life
Anter-
Anterior
Anticoagulant
Anti-clotting
Heparin
Anticoagulant medication
Cytotoxic T Cells
Antigen-specific lymphocyte that is able to search out and kill invaders; "Killer T Cells"
temporary absence of breathing
Apnea
APGAR Abbreviation
Appearance, Pulse, Grimace, Activity, and Respiration
Hypothalamus
Area of the brain that controls emotions, sleep, appetite, and sexual desire
Ligament
Attaches bone to bone
Tendon
Attaches muscle to bone connective tissue that binds muscles to bones
Graves' Disease
Autoimmune disorder that causes hyperthyroidism and where your immune system attacks the thyroid and causes it to make more thyroid hormone than your body needs
Myasthenia Gravis
Autoimmune neuromuscuolar disorder of muscle fatigue and exhaustion
Ab-
Away from
Hem-
Blood
Dorsi-
Back
Posterior
Back
Hind-
Back or rear
Dorsiflexion
Backward flexion or bending backward
Impetigo
Bacterial inflammatory skin disease characterized by vesicles, pustules, and crusted-over lesions
Alopec-
Baldness
Alopecia
Baldness or hair loss
Hema-
Blood
Decubitus Ulcer
Bed sore
Pre-
Before
Paroxysmal
Beginning suddenly or abruptly
Retro-
Behind or backward
Hypo-
Below
Refraction
Bending of light that takes place in the eye
Flexion
Bending of/ at a joint
Lipoma
Benign fatty tumor
Fibroids
Benign tumors of the uterus
Lordo-
Bent fowards
Para-
Beside
Para-
Beside or beyond
Para-
Beside or near
Inter-
Between
Ultra-
Beyond or excess
Mitral Valve
Bicuspid Valve that has two cusps that direct bloodflow
Metrorrhagia
Bleeding between menstrual periods
Myel-
Bone marrow
Myelo-
Bone marrow
Myel-
Bone marrow or spinal cord
Melanocyte
Cell that produces melanin
-Phoresis
Carrying or transmission
Epiglottis
Cartilage flap that prevents food from going into the respiratory tract
pathogenic
Causing or able to cause disease path/o= disease
-Cyte
Cell
Target Issue
Cells of an organ that are affected or stimulated by specific hormones
Platelet (Thrombocyte)
Cells that clump together at the side of the vascular injury to initiate the clotting
Hormone
Chemical messenger that controls and regulates organ and cell activity
Neurotransmitter
Chemical messengers that transmit impulses across synapses
-thorax
Chest or pleural cavity
Parturit-
Childbirth or labor
Myasthenia Gravis
Chronic autoimmune neuromuscuolar disorder of muscle fatigue and exhaustion
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Chronic inflammatory condition where causes swelling, joint pain, and stiffness
Epilepsy
Chronic neurological order characterized by recurrent seizure activity
Lymph
Clear fluid that flows through the lymphatic vessels and through lymph nodes
Serum
Clear liquid that can be separated from clotted blood
Cornea
Clear transparent tissue covering anterior portion of the eyeball - Light first enters the eye through a trans....
Thromb/o
Clot
Thrombo-
Clot
Cataract
Clouded lens causing decreased and blurred vision
Alveolus
Clusters of tiny air-sacs found at the end of bronchioles
Epididymis
Coiled tube attached to the testis that stores spermatozoa until maturation
Cochlea
Coiled, bony, fluid-filled tube in the inner ear through which sound waves trigger nerve impulses
Atelectasis
Collapsed lung
Ear
Collects sound waves and then passes them along
-Chrom
Color or pigment
Cardiac Cycle
Completed movement of blood throughout the heart
-ia
Condition
-ism
Condition
Thyrotoxicosis
Condition caused by excessive thyroid hormones
Tetany
Condition due to hypocalcemia and is characterized by spasms of the hands and feet and cramps
-osis
Condition of
Arrhythmia
Condition of an abnormal heart rhythm
Hypogonadism
Condition of decreased gonadal hormone production
Panhypopituitarism
Condition of deficiency of all pituitary hormone secretion
Glycosuria
Condition of glucose in the blood
Cryptorchism
Condition of hidden testicles
Spina Bifida
Congenital defect in the spinal column due to an imperfect union of vertebral parts
Albinism
Congenital hereditary condition where there is partial or total lack of melanin in the eyes, skin, and hair
Brain Stem
Consists of the pons and the medulla oblongata
Scabies
Contagious skin disease that is caused by a human itch mite that burrows under the skin
Purulent
Containing pus
Joint Cavity
Contains synovial fluid
Cell Body of a Neuron
Contains the neuron's nucleus and organelles
Crepitus
Crackling or grating sound heard that is usually heard in the bones when ends of bones rub against each other
Wernicke's Area
Controls speech comprehnsion
Broca's Area
Controls speech production
right sided heart failure; occurs...
Cor pulmonale
Vitilig-
Corrupt
Burn
Damage to the skin tissue through heat contact
Third Degree Burn
Damages and penetration to the epidermis, dermis, and the subcutaneous layer
Second Degree Burn
Damages to the epidermis and the dermis where there is redness and blisters
First Degree Burn
Damages to the epidermis where there is only redness
Melan-
Dark or black
-Penia
Decrease or deficiency
Astigmatism
Defective curvature of the cornea... Visual defect caused by the unequal curving of one or more of the refractive surfaces of the eye, the cornea
Pancytopenia
Deficiency of all blood cell types deficiency of all cellular elements of the blood
Hypoinsulinism
Deficiency of insulin secretion
Hypokalemia
Deficiency of potassium in the blood
Hyponatremia
Deficiency of sodium in the blood
Thrombocytopenia
Deficiency of thrombocytes decreased number of platelets
Leukopenia
Deficiency of white blood cells
Osteoarthritis
Degenerative disease where there is inflammation of the bone and joint
Veins
Delivers oxygen-poor back to the heart
Afterbirth
Delivery of the placenta
-Lysis
Destruction
Thrombolysis
Destruction of a clot
Hemolysis
Destruction or separation of blood
Ultrasonography
Diagnostic imaging that uses the echo of inaudible sound waves to produce an image
Spinal Tap (Lumbar Puncture)
Diagnostic procedure where a needle punctures the spinal cord in order to remove CSF
T-Cell Lymphocyte
Directly attacks foreign elements
Remission
Disappearance of the signs and symptoms of a disease
-Pathy
Disease
Osteoporosis
Disease in which the bones become thin and weakened
Fibrocystic Breast Disease
Disease of having numerous small cysts in the breast tissue
Cardiomyopathy
Disease of the heart muscle
Lymphadenopathy
Disease of the lymph nodes
Neuropathy
Disease of the nerves
-Pathy
Disease or condition
Lobe
Divided section of the lungs
Frontal plane
Divides the body into front and back portions
Heart Septum
Dividing wall of the heart between the left and right side
Septum
Dividing wall or enclosure
Dipl-
Double
Diplopia
Double vision
Pleura
Double-folded membrane that surrounds each lung
pericardium
Double-layered membrane surrounding the heart.
De-
Down
Radiopharmaceutical
Drug that contains a radioactive substance which travels to an area or a specific organ that will be scanned
Sympathomimetic
Drug that mimics the Sympathetic Nervous System
Xero-
Dry or dryness
Ichthy/o
Dry or scaly
Ambly-
Dull or dim
Auri-
Ear
Ot-
Ear
Tympanic Membrane
Eardrum
Ov-
Egg
Ejaculation
Ejection of sperm through the urethra
Electr-
Electrical
Epiphysis
End of a long bone
Thyroid Gland
Endocrine gland that surrounds the trachea in the neck
Mydriasis
Enlarged or dilated pupils
Splenomegaly
Enlarged spleen
-Megaly
Enlargement
Cardiomegaly
Enlargement of the heart
Goiter
Enlargement of the thyroid gland
-Megaly
Enlargment
Adrenaline
Epinephrine; Secreted by the adrenal medulla
Endothelium
Epithelial tissue that lines closed, internal spaces
Is-
Equal
is-
Equal
iso-
Equal
-is
Equal or same
APGAR
Evaluation of an infant's physcial condition
Hypersensitivity
Exaggerated abnormal reaction to an allergen
Pap Smear
Examination of cervical cells
Hyper-
Excessive
Hyperthyroidism
Excessive activity of the thyroid gland
Hemophilia
Excessive bleeding caused by a congenital lack of clotting factors
Hirsutism
Excessive body hair growth
Miosis
Excessive constriction of the pupil
-Rrhagia
Excessive flow
hirsutism
Excessive hair growth on the face, arms, and legs, especially in women.
Hyperkinesis
Excessive increased movement
Menorrhagia
Excessive menstrual flow
Hyperkinesis
Excessive movement and activity
Kyphosis
Excessive outward curvature of the spine, causing the hunchback posterior curve in the thoracic region
Diaphoresis
Excessive sweating
Polydipsia
Excessive thirst
External Respiration
Exchange of gases between the lungs and the blood
Auricle
External flap portion of the ear
Ophthalm-
Eye
Syncope
Fainting; Partial or complete loss of consciousness
Salping-
Fallopian tube
Hyperopia
Farsightedness
Lip-
Fat
Adipose
Fat cells that help to insulate the body and protection for organs in certain areas
Ather-
Fatty plaque
-Phobia
Fear of
Gynec/o
Female
Ovum
Female sex cell or egg
Estrogen
Female sex hormone that promotes secondary sex characteristic development
Amni-
Fetal membrane
Olig/o
Few / Scanty
Fibr-
Fiber or filament
Primi-
First
Primigravida
First pregnancy. A woman who is pregnant for the first time
-Plexy
Fixation
Orchioplexy
Fixation of an undescended testicle
-Rrhea
Flow
-Rrhoid
Flow
Rhinorrhea
Flow from the nose or a runny nose
Otopyorrhea
Flow of pus from the ear
Pleural Fluid
Fluid between present in pleural membranes that provide lubrication for all lung movement
Interstitial Fluid
Fluid found in the space between cells
Synovial Fluid
Fluid in the joint cavity that lubricates the joint and reduces friction
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF)
Fluid produced in the ventricles of the brain that serve as a shock absorber
Humor
Fluid that maintains the shape of the eyeball
Bursa
Fluid-filled sac that reduces friction between body tissues
Fluor-
Fluorine
Antigen
Foreign substance that triggers antibody production
Prepuce
Foreskin of the penis
Thrombosis
Formation of a blood clot inside of a blood vessel
Cells
Formed elements that make up the blood
Quadr-
Four
Synovial Joints
Freely moveable joints
Posteroanterior
From back to front
Heart
Functional organ of the cardiovascular system that pumps blood throughout the body
Skin
Functional organ of the integumentary system that serves as a protective barrier, regulates body temperature, and receives sensory informations
Internal Respiration
Gas exchange between the cells and body
Aden-
Gland
Vitro
Glass or test tube
Interleukins
Glycoproteins produced by leukocytes for regulating immune responses
Basophil
Granulocytic leukocyte that has dark granules in the cytoplasm that contain histamine
Neutrophil
Granulocytic leukocyte with pinkish granules that carry out phagoctyosis to engulf and destroy bacteria
Eosinophil
Granulocytic leukocyte with reddish granules that are responsive in allergic reactions and during parasitic infections white blood cell with red granules
Glauc-
Gray
Hemi-
Half
Compact Bone
Hard, dense portion of the bone that is found under the periosteum that contains blood vessels and canals running through it
-Sclerosis
Hardening
Cephal-
Head or brain
Cardi-
Heart
Cor
Heart
Myocardial Infarction (MI)
Heart attack
Systole
Heart contraction phase
Cor Pulmonale
Heart enlargement due to high resistance within the lung or pulmonary vessels
Corono-
Heart or to crown
Diastole
Heart relaxation phase
an anticoagulant found in the blood
Heparin
Muscular Dystrophy
Hereditary disease in where there is progressive weakness and degeneration of skeletal and voluntary muscles
Crypt/o
Hidden or covered
Hyperglycemia
High blood sugar
Urticaria
Hives; Raised, itchy areas usually caused by allergic reactions
Progesterone
Hormone produced by the ovaries for the maintenance of the endometrium during pregnancy
Insulin
Hormone produced by the pancreas that allows transportation of glucose
Prolactin
Hormone produced in the pituitary gland that promotes breast milk during pregnancy
Testosterone (Androgen)
Hormone produced in the testicles
Oxytocin
Hormone released by the pituitary gland that causes increased contraction of the uterus during labor
Aldosterone
Hormone secreted by the adrenal gland that regulates sodium and potassium balance in the body
Testicles
Housed in the scrotal sac outside of the abdominal cavity where the temperature is cooler to aid in sperm maturation
Kyph-
Humpback
Allergy
Hypersensitivity to a substance by the immune system
Sonogram
Image formed using reflected ultrasound waves
Myelography
Image of the spinal cord and nerve roots
Tracer Study
Image that traces the passage of a radiopharmaceutical through an organ or tissue
Nuclear Medicine
Imaging that uses radioactive substances for the diagnosis of disease
Megakaryocyte
Immature bone marrow cell that matures into a platelet
Myeloblast
Immature cell in the bone marrow
-Blast
Immature cell or bud
Sutures
Immovable joints found into the cranium
Immuno-
Immune or immunity
Adaptive Immunity
Immunity to a specific antigen when lymphocytes respond to exposure and then produce antibodies for that antigen
Antibody
Immunoglobulin produced in response to counter a specific antigen
Presbyopia
Impairment of vision as a result of old age
Im-
In
In-
In
In Vitro
In a test tube; Procedure in which something is measured or observed outside the living organism
Red Bone Marrow
In select spaces of cancellous bones and produces blood cells
In Vivo
In the living organism
Analgesia
Inability to feel pain
Nearsighted
Inability to focus on distant objects
Farsighted
Inability to focus on nearby objects
Hyperplasia
Increase in cell number
Glaucoma
Increased intraocular pressure resulting in retina and optic nerve damage
Mononucleosis
Infectious disease in which there is an increase of monocytes
below another structure
Inferior ( caudal )
-Itis
Inflammation
-itis
Inflammation
Arthritis
Inflammation of a joint
Thrombophlebitis
Inflammation of a vein that occurs with clot formation
Polymyositis
Inflammation of many muscles
Polyneuritis
Inflammation of many nerves
Myositis
Inflammation of muscle tissue
Osteomyelitis
Inflammation of the bone and bone marrow
Encephalitis
Inflammation of the brain
Mastitis
Inflammation of the breast
Otitis
Inflammation of the ear
Endocarditis
Inflammation of the endocardium
Mastoiditis
Inflammation of the mastoid process
Meningitis
Inflammation of the meninges
Otitis Media
Inflammation of the middle ear
Pericarditis
Inflammation of the pericardium (membrane surrounding the heart)
Prostatitis
Inflammation of the prostate
Eczema
Inflammatory skin disease with erythrematous papulovesicular lesions
Vaccinations
Injection of antigens to stimulate the body's immune response
Adrenal Medulla
Inner portion of the adrenal gland
Endocardium
Innerlining of the heart
Subcutaneous Layer
Innermost layer of the skin found underneath the dermis
Pia Matter
Innermost meningeal layer that lies next to the surface of the brain and the spinal cord
Endo-
Inside
Fibrin
Insoluble protein formed during normal blood clotting substance that forms the basis of a blood clot
Cardiac Muscle
Involuntary muscle within the heart
Smooth Muscle
Involuntary muscles that move the internal organs, blood vessels, and glandular ducts
Palpitations
Irregular and strong beating of the heart uncomfortable sensations in the chest related to irregular heart rhythm
Vertigo
Irregular whirling sensation of oneself or external objects
Psor-
Itch
Arthr-
Joint
Subarachnoid Space
Layer beneath the arachnoid membrane that contains cerebrospinal fluid
Dyslexia
Learning disability in which there is a difficulty in interpretting words
Vegetations
Lesions that form on the valves
Hypochromic
Less than normal color in rbc due to a deficiency in hemoglobin
Oligomenorrhea
Less than normal menstrual blood flow
B Cell Lymphocyte
Leukocytic lymphocyte that matures into plasma cells that produces antibodies and memory B cells
Photo-
Light
Plasma
Light-yellow liquid material that contains cells
Hep-
Liver
-Phil
Loving
Hypoxia
Low oxygen levels
Inferior Vena Cava
Lower Vena Cava that returns blood back to the heart from the lower portions of the body
Ventricles
Lower chambers of the heart
Inferior
Lower on the body, farther from the head
Hindbrain
Lower part of the brainstem consisting of the cerebellum, pons, and medulla oblongata
Pneum/o
Lung
Pulmo-
Lung
Lateral Decubitus
Lyding down on one's side
Decubit-
Lying down
Decubitus
Lying down
Prone
Lying face down
Supine
Lying face up
Lymph-
Lymph or water
Radiologic Technologist
Medical professional who perform the x-ray procedure underneath the supervision of a Radiologist
Blood
Medium that the body uses to transport oxygen, nutrients, hormones, proteins, and waste products
Menorrhea
Menstrual flow
Men-
Menstruation
Dermis
Middle layer of the skin that sits underneath the Epidermis
Lactation
Milk production
-Crasia
Mixture or blending
Electrocardiography
Monitors the conduction system of the heart and the corresponding changes in the myocardium during a heartbeat
Hyperpnea
More in depth breathing
-Kinesia
Movement
Abduction
Movement of a limb away from the midline
Adduction
Movement of a limb toward the midline
Embolus
Moving blood clot
Sputum
Mucous material that is coughed up from the lungs
Conjunctiva
Mucous membrane lining the eyelids and the anterior eyeball
Myos-
Muscle
Diaphragm
Muscle that separates the thoracic and abdominal cavity
Myasthenia
Muscle weakness
Ungu-
Nail
-phys
Nature or growth
Myopia
Nearsightedness
Neur-
Nerve
Neuralgia
Nerve pain
Neurasthenia
Nerve weakness or exhaustion
Axon
Neuron extension that carries nerve impulses away from the cell body
Nyct-
Night
Nyctalopia
Night blindness or difficult, poor vision at night.
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Noncanerous enlargment of the prostate gland
Sinus Rhythm
Normal heart rhythm
Euthyroid
Normal thyroid
Rhin-
Nose
Epistaxis
Nosebleed
Benign
Not cancerous
Scintigraphy
Nuclear medicine procedure that visualizes various tissues and organs after administration of a radionuclide
Nucle-
Nucleus
Seb-
Oil
Sebum
Oil substance produced by the sebaceous glands
Presby-
Old
Mono-
One or single
Endocrinologist
One who specializes in endocrine glands
Menarche
Onset of menstruation
Ulcer
Open sore
-Glottis
Opening between vocal cords
Spleen
Organ behind the stomach that helps remove old, worn-out erythrocytes and filters microorganisms and stores blood
Thymus
Organ located in the mediastinum that produces a thymic hormone that helps to produce T-Cell Lymphocytes
Brain
Organ that controls all neurological activity
Ec-
Out
Ex-
Out
Ectopic
Out of place
Epidermis
Outer layer of the skin
Adrenal Cortex
Outer portion of the adrenal gland
Pericardium
Outer sac-like membrane of the heart
Dura Matter
Outermost meninge layer that covers the brain and the spinal cord
Epithelium
Outside layer of cells that covers all the open surfaces of the body
Photophobia
Oversensitivity to light
Ox-
Oxygen
-graphy
PROCESS OF RECORDING
Sinoatrial Node (SA Node)
Pacemaker the heart
-Algia
Pain
Polymyalgia
Pain of many muscles
Dys-
Pain or difficulty
Dys-
Painful
Dysmenorrhea
Painful menstrual flow
Dys-
Painful or difficult
Chancre
Painless ulcer of of syphilis; Highly contagious
Adrenal Glands
Pair of endocrine glands that sit just above the kidneys and secrete epinephrine and norepinephrine which arouse the body in times of stress
-Plegia
Paralysis
Paraplegia
Paralysis from the waist down , of both legs and lower part of the body
Quadriplegia
Paralysis of all four limbs
Hemiplegia
Paralysis on one side of the body
Pons
Part of the brain stem that connects the nerves of the eyes and the face
Medulla Oblongata
Part of the brainstem that regulates heart rate, respiration, and blood pressure
Amblyopia
Partial loss of sight; Lazy eye
Gestation
Period of time from conception to birth
Interventional
Pertaining to an overt act to change an event or outcome
Acoustic
Pertaining to hearing or sound
Neonatal
Pertaining to newborns
Toxic
Pertaining to poison
Audio
Pertaining to sound or hearing
Radiologist
Physician specializing in diagnostic imaging
Atrioventricular Node (AV Node)
Picks up the impulse and transmits it downward into the bundle of His and the dividing bundle branches
Melanin
Pigmented substance produced by melanocytes that colors the skin
Conjunctivitis
Pinkeye; Inflammation of the conjuctiva
Pituit-
Pituitary
Joint
Places in the body where bones come together
-Globulin
Plasma protein
Thrombocyte
Platelet
Lamina
Plates of bone within the vertebral body
-Stigma
Point
-Porosis
Porous
Oblique
Positioned at an angle from the perpendicular plane
Poster-
Posterior
Kal-
Potassium
Ectopic Pregnancy
Pregnancy occuring anywhere other than the uterine wall
Tubal Pregnancy
Pregnancy within the fallopian tubes
-Gravida
Pregnant
Parturition
Process / act of giving birth
dialysis
Process for removing waste from the blood for people with renal failure
Atherosclerosis
Process in which plaque thickens and hardens the arteries
Ossification
Process of bone formation where calcium salts are deposited into the bone tissue over time
excision
Process of cutting out, surgical removal ex- out cis to cut -ion process
Spermatogenesis
Process of sperm production
Accommodation
Process where the lens changes its shape in order to adjust its refraction for distance or near vision
Sebaceous Glands
Prodces sebum to lubricate the skin and prevent excessive fluid loss
Sweat Glands
Produce sweat to cool the body as it evaporates from the surface
diaphor- (diaphoresis)
Profuse sweating
Comatose
Prolonged deep sleep
-Phylaxis
Protection or guard
-Globin
Protein
Interferons
Protein released by animal cells that interferes with a viruses' ability to reproduce
Coronary Arteries
Provide oxygen and nutritional support for the heart
Episio-
Pubic region
-Sphyxia
Pulse
Sphygmo-
Pulse or blood pressure
-Coria
Pupil
Pyo-
Pus
Purul-
Pus formation
dense materials like bones teeth DO NOT allow x-rays ..........
RADIOPAQUE
Erythrocyte
RBC that delivers oxygen to the body cells
radiology
Radi/o= X-Rays, study of X rays and radioactive substances and their uses in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases
Radi-
Radio
Radioisotope
Radioactive isotope that has an unstable nucleus
Contrast Studies
Radiopaque materials are injected to obtain contrast with surrounding tissue when shown on x-ray film
contrast studies
Radiopaque materials are injected to obtain contrast with surrounding tissue when shown on x-ray film
Parathyroid Hormone (PTH)
Raises blood calcium level
Tachy-
Rapid
Tachypnea
Rapid breathing
Tachycardia
Rapid heart rate condition of rapid heartbeat
Kaposi Sarcoma
Rare form of skin cancer frequently associated with AIDS and other immune deficiencies
Urtic-
Rash or hives
Hematocrit
Ratio or percentage % of the volume of red blood cells to the total volume of blood
Cumbent
Reclining
Recumbent
Reclining; Lying down position
-Gram
Record
Audiogram
Recording test of hearing at a range of sound frequencies
Eosin-
Red
Erythr-
Red
Anemia
Red blood cell deficiency condition
Erythema
Redness of the skin
Erythromatous
Redness of the skin
Dyscrasia
Referring to any abnormal disease or condition of the blood
Para
Referring to births
Perineum
Region between the anus and the genitals
Sympath-
Relating to the Sympathetic Nervous System
Palliative
Relieving or soothing the symptoms of a disease without curing it
Pneumonectomy
Removal of a lung
Pyel-
Renal pelvis
Gonad-
Reproductive organs
-Oid
Resembling
Lymphoid
Resembling lymph
Reduction
Restoration of the bone to its original position
-Rrhyth
Rhythm
Computed Tomography (CT Scan)
Series of x-ray photos from different angles to create a cross-section
Tinnitus
Ringing, buzzing, roaring sound in the ears
____megaly is the enlargement of the spleen
SPLENO
Syphilis
STD caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum
Ovarian Follicles
Saclike structures in the ovaries that contains ovum
Squam-
Scale or flat
-Lepsy
Seizure or attack
-Algesia
Sensitivity to pain
Later-
Side
Lateral
Side or away from the midline
Dementia
Significant loss of intellectual abilities such as forgetfullness
Vas deferens
Single piece of tubing that comes up from the testicle and over the urinary bladder
-Cutan
Skin
Derm-
Skin
Melanoma
Skin cancer
Vitiligo
Skin disorder characterized by nonpigmented white patches of skin of varying sizes that are surrounded by skin with normal pigmentation loss of pigment in areas of the skin
Paresis
Slight or partial paralysis
Brady-
Slow
Bradykinesia
Slowness of movement
Micro-
Small
Petech-
Small
Vesicle
Small blister or sac containing clear fluid
Purkinje Fibers
Small fibers at the base of the ventricles
Petechiae
Small red or purple spots under the skin due to intradermal hemorrhage
Venules
Small veins
Wheal
Small, round, raised area on the skin that may be accompanied by itching; usually seen in allergic reactions
Bronchioles
Smaller bronchus structures
Arterioles
Smallest of arteries
Capillary
Smallest of blood vessels that receive waste products from cells and move them into venules
Homeostasis
Stable equilibrium in the body
Natr-
Sodium
-Bolus
Soft mass of chewed food
Lymph Node
Solid masses of lymphatic tissue
Echo-
Sound
Son-
Sound
Echo-
Sound or relfected sound wave
Mediastinum
Space between the lungs
Autonomic Nerves
Special group of nerves that involuntarily sends impulses to involuntary internal organs
-Logist
Specialist
Immunoglobulin
Specialized immune protein
-Lexis
Speech
-Phasia
Speech
Sperm-
Sperm
Spermolytic
Sperm destruction
Hemoptysis
Spitting up blood
Splen-
Spleen
Thymoma
Tumor of the thymus
Coma
State of deep sleep
Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG)
Stimulates the Corpus Luteum to continue hormone production
Ortho-
Straight
Extension
Straightening of a joint
Cortisol
Stress hormone that regulates glucose, fat, and protein metabolism
Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA)
Stroke
Nervous System
Structures that transmit impulses to regulate the actions of all the human body systems
Radiology
Study of X rays and radioactive substances and their uses in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases
Radiolucent
Substance that allows x-rays to pass through and appears black or dark gray on the resulting film
Electrolyte
Substance that dissolves in water to give a solution that conducts electric current
Radiopaque
Substance that does not allow x-rays to pass through and appears white or light gray on the resulting film
Kel-
Tumor or swelling
Stroke
Sudden death of brain cells due to impaired blood flow to the brain
Glyco-
Sugar
Episiotomy
Surgical incision of the pubic region to aid in fetal delivery
Arthrocentesis
Surgical puncture in a joint to remove fluid
-Centesis
Surgical puncture to remove fluid
Amniocentesis
Surgical puncture to remove fluid from within the amnion
Thoracentesis
Surgical puncture to the thoracic cavity to remove fluid
-Ectomy
Surgical removal
Adenectomy
Surgical removal of a gland
Laminectomy
Surgical removal of a lamina
Lobectomy
Surgical removal of a lung lobe
Adrenalectomy
Surgical removal of one or both of the adrenal gland
Hysterectomy
Surgical removal of the uterus
Vasectomy
Surgical removal of the vas deferens
Angioplasty
Surgical repair of a blood vessel
Mammoplasty
Surgical repair of the breast
Tympanoplasty
Surgical repair of the tympanic membrane
Hemorrhoids
Swollen veins in the rectum and anus
Thyroxine
T4; Iodine hormone produced by the thyroid gland
Flagella
Tail
Menopause
The cessation of menstruation
kidneys
The functional organs of the urinary system that produce urine
Arachnoid Membrane
The middle meninge layer that has a web-like appearance
Relapse
The return of signs and symptoms of a disease
-Logy
The study of
Meninges
Three protective tissue layers that cover the brain and the spinal cord
Per-
Through
Dia-
Through or across
Thym/0
Thymus gland
Thyro-
Thyroid
villi
Tiny finger-shaped structures that cover the inner surface of the small intestine and provide a large surface area through which digested food is absorbed
Pituitary Gland
Tiny, pea-sized endocrine gland at the base of the brain
Gangrene
Tissue necrosis due to insufficient blood supply
Refract
To bend from a straight path
-Zema
To boil
Fract-
To break
-Clast
To break down or broken
Caus-
To burn
Palliat-
To cloak; To sooth or relieve
Mim-
To copy or mimic
Crepit-
To crackle
Tom-
To cut or slice
-Staxis
To drip
-Phag
To eat
-Lapse
To fall or slide
-Physis
To grow or nature
Acous-
To hear
Isch-
To hold back or suppress
Interfer-
To interfere or to come in between
-Cubit
To lie down
-Feron
To strike
-Verso
To turn
Mydri-
To widen
Collagen
Tough, elastic material that gives the skin its form and strength
Ad-
Toward
Eclampsia
Toxemia of seizures during pregnancy
Vitreous Humor
Transparent jellylike tissue filling the eyeball behind the lens
-Lucent
Transparent or clear
Pronation
Turning the palm downward
-Oma
Tumor
Hematoma
Tumor of blood
Meningioma
Tumor of the meninges
Seminoma
Tumor of the testicle containing sperm , testicular tumor
Phleb-
Vein
Angi-
Vessel
-Opia
Vision
-Opsia
Vision condition
-Scopy
Visual examination
Arthroscopy
Visual examination of a joint
Bronchoscopy
Visual examination of the bronchi
Otoscopy
Visual examination of the ear
Larynx
Voice box
Skeletal Muscle
Voluntary muscles that move the bones, face, and eyes
Leukocyte
WBC that helps defend the body against foreign invaders
Aqu-
Water
Hydro-
Water
Aqueous
Watery
Aqueous Humor
Watery fluid in the front chamber of the eye
-Asthen
Weakness
-Asthenia
Weakness
-Asthesia
Weakness
-Paresis
Weakness
Hemiparesis
Weakness on one half of the body
Emboli
When lesions break off and travel through the bloodstream
Hindbrain Herniation
When the hindbrain move downwards through the foramen magnum
Phagocyte
White blood cell that engulfs foreign particle matter
Granulocyte
White blood cell with granules in the cytoplasm
Granulocyte
White blood cells that contain granules in their cytoplasm
-Paque
White or light gray
Leuk-
White or white blood cell
Syn-
With or together
insulin
a hormone produced by the pancreas that allows transportation of glucose
oxytocin
a hormone released by the pituitary gland that causes increased contraction of the uterus during labor
adrenaline (epinephrine)
a hormone secreted by the adrenal glands that increases heart rate, respiration, and blood pressure in times of stress.
aldosterone
a hormone that is produced / secreted by the adrenal glands that regulates sodium and potassium balance in the body
adrenal glands
a pair of endocrine glands that sit just above the kidneys and secrete hormones (epinephrine and norepinephrine) that help arouse the body in times of stress.
prognosis
a prediction of the course of a disease
radiolucent
a substance that allows x-rays to pass through and appears black or dark gray on the resulting film
hydronephrosis
abnormal condition of fluid in the kidney
Paresthesia
abnormal sensation of numbness, tingling, or burning
Emphysema primarily affects which lung structure?
alveoli
hypocalcemia
an abnormally low level of calcium in the blood
Graves' Disease/ hyperthyroidism
an autoimmune disorder that causes hyperthyroidism. With this disease, your immune system attacks the thyroid and causes it to make more thyroid hormone than your body needs; often associated with exophthalmos Graves disease - hyperthyroid condition associated with exophthalmos
sonogram
an image formed using reflected ultrasound waves
echocardiography
an ultrasonic diagnostic procedure used to evaluate the structures and motion of the heart
urinalysis
analysis of urine
Cytotoxic T cells
cells that directly KILL foreign cells
Parenteral
apart from the intestinal tract
parenteral
apart from the intestinal tract
infarction
area of dead tissue
a small artery
arteriole
collasped lung
atelectasis
hardening and narrowing of arteries
atherosclerosis
listening to sounds within the body
auscultation
myasthenia gravis
autoimmune neuromuscular disorder characterized by weakness of voluntary muscles
bacteriuria
bacteria in the urine
condition of bacteria in the urine
bacteriuria
enuresis
bed-wetting; urinary incontinence
Dorsiflexion
bending of the foot backward
inter
between
intercostal
between the ribs
hemat-
blood
-emia
blood condition
the suffix - emia means
blood condition
hematuria
blood in the urine
during internal respiration, oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged between the
body cells and their surrounding capillaries
oste/o
bone
exophthalmos
bulging eyes
caus/o
burning
sac of fluid near a joint
bursa
Leukemia
cancer of white blood cells
cyt-
cell
thyrotoxicosis
condition caused by excessive thyroid hormones excessive thyroid activity
hypothyroidism
condition in which the thyroid gland is not able to produce enough thyroid hormone and the metabolic rate is slowed. Symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, and slow heart rate occur.
cryptorchidism
condition of hidden, undescended
ataxia
condition of no coordination persistent unsteadiness on the feet
azoospermia
condition of no life (no sperm) in the semen
Cranial cavity
contains brain, pituitary gland
Abdominal cavity
contains stomach, intestines, spleen, and liver, pancreas, and gall bladder
Pelvic cavity
contains urinary bladder, female reproductive structures, and lower parts of the intestines
chronic
continuing for a long time
systole
contraction phase of the heartbeat
imaging with radiopaque substances that allow better visualization of a specific body part
contrast studies
imaging with radiopaque sunstances that allow better visualization of a specific body part
contrast studies
inflammation of the urinary bladder
cystitis
_____ is the study of cells , its word root is _____
cytology , cyt
Thrombocytopenia
decreased number of platelets
Bedsore
decubitus ulcer
comat/o
deep sleep
hyponatremia
deficient sodium in the blood
-Trophy
development , nourishment
-trophy
development, nourishment
blepharoptosis
drooping eyelid
radiopharmaceutical
drug that contains a radioactive substance which travels to an area or a specific organ that will be scanned
xer/o
dry
difficulty in digestion
dyspepsia
difficulty breathing
dyspnea
painful or difficult urination
dysuria
ultrasound imaging of the heart
echocardiography
inflammatory skin disease with erythematous pap... lesions
eczema
swelling
edema
Collection of pus in the pleural cavity
empyema
inflammation of the inner lining of the heart
endocarditis
tissue within the heart
endocardium
tachy-
fast
duodenum
first part of the small intestine
Mrs. Watkins is being treated for a duodenal ulcer. Her ulcer is located in the:
first section of the small intestine
orchiopexy
fixation of a testicle
bending at a joint
flexion
the physician orders an anteroposterior x-ray view of Mr. Bledsoe's abdomen . the x-ray is taken in the
frontal plane
necrosis of tissue
gangrene
removal of the stomach
gastrectomy
pertaining to the stomach
gastric
adeno-
gland
tiny ball of capillaries
glomerulus
Keratin
hard Protein material found in the epidermis, hair, and nails skin
cephalic
head the suffix -ic means pertaining to
cardio-
heart
vomiting blood
hematemesis
a person with an abnormality of their erythrocytes would need testing done by the ____ lab
hematology lab
a mass or collection of blood
hematoma
breakdown of blood cells with the release of hemoglobin
hemolysis
destruction of red blood cells
hemolysis
testosterone (androgen)
hormone produced in the testicles
increase in cell size is hyper___
hyperTROPHY
deficiency of blood glucose
hypoglycemia
iatrogenic
iatr/o= TREATMENT, PHYSICIAN The suffix -genic means pertaining to producing, produced by,or produce in. Iatrogenic conditions are adverse effects that result from treatment or intervention by a physician.produced by treatment
tracer study
image that traces the passage of a radiopharmaceutical through an organ or tissue
nuclear medicine
imaging that uses radioactive substances for the diagnosis of disease
-blast
immature cell
diuresis
increased formation and secretion of urine
dyspepsia
indigestion
polyneuritis
inflammation of many nerves
glomerulonephritis
inflammation of the glomeruli of the kidney
Hepatitis
inflammation of the liver hepat/o= liver
pericarditis
inflammation of the membrane (sac) surrounding the heart, the pericardium
pericarditis
inflammation of the membrane surrounding the heart
dermatitis
inflammation of the skin
cystitis
inflammation of the urinary bladder
scope
instrument for inspecting or viewing
laparoscope
instrument to visually examine the abdomen
diabetes mellitus
insulin is not secreted adequately or tissues are resistant to its effects
between the ribs
intercostal
antiviral proteins secreted by T cell lymphocytes
interferons
imaging during invasive ..... catheters
interventional radiology
Arrythmia
irregular heart beat
anorexia
lack or loss of appetite
unexpected side effects that result from treatment
latrogenic
vitiligo
loss of pigment in areas of the skin
hypokalemia
low amount / deficient potassium in the blood
type of WBC that produces antibodies
lymphocyte
hypogastric
pertaining to below the stomach
disease caused by epstein-barr virus
mononucleosis
adipose
pertaining to fat
myathenia
muscle weakness, lack of muscle strangth
inherited disease characterized by progressive weakness and degeneration of muscles
muscular dystrophy
pain in the muscles
myalgia
sudden, uncontrollable compulsion to sleep
narcolepsy
Proximal
near the point of attachment to the trunk or beginning of a structure
cervic/o
neck
abnormal tissue or cellular death
necrosis
a resection of the kidney is a
nephrectomy
myo-
pertaining to muscle
scintigraphy
nuclear medicine procedure that visualizes various tissues and organs after administration of a radionuclide
Fertilization
occurs when a sperm cell unites with an egg cell in the fallopian tube
ophthalmoscope
ophthalm/o= EYE, The suffix -scope means an instrument for visual examination. Note: to help with spelling, notice that just as there are two eyes, there are to "h"s in this terminstrument used for visual examination of the eye
breathing easier in an upright position
orthopnea
inflammation of bone and bone marrow
osteomyelitis
ex
out
sac that envelopes or contains the ovum
ovarian follicle
-algia
pain
algia
pain
neuralgia
pain along the course of a nerve neur/o= nerve
arthralgia
pain in a joint or joints (arthr means joint, -algia means pain)
myalgia
pain in the muscle
neuralgia
pain in the nerves, nerve pain
sac around the heart
pericardium
epigastric
pertaining to above the stomach
retrocardiac
pertaining to behind the heart
chronic inflammatory myopathy characterized by muscle weakness and pain
polymyositis
increased appetite
polyphagia
oblique
positioned at an angle from the perpendicular plane
Kyphosis
posterior curve in the thoracic region
gestation
pregnancy
foreskin
prepuce
incision
process of cutting into or making an incision
Craniotomy
process of cutting into the skull
in vitro
process, test, or procedure in which something is measured or observed outside the living organism
-genic
producing
menorrhagia
profuse or prolonged menstrual flow
the skin serves as _______ between the environment.....
protection
albuminuria
protein in the urine
itching
pruritus
Chronic recurrent dermatosis with itchy, scaly, red plaques covered in silvery scales
psoriasis
Psychology
psych/o= mind, the scientific study of behavior and mental processes
blepharo ___ is drooping of the eyelid
ptosis
edema
puffy swelling of tissue from the accumulation of fluid
sphygm/o
pulse
purulent
pus filled
image of renal pelvis
pyelogram
muscular ring at the lower end of the stomach is the
pyloric sphincter
myelography
radiography of the spinal cord and nerve roots
a radioactive form of a substance
radioisotope
areas of soft tissue and air-filled lungs allow.... dark grey area on the film
radiolucent
parathyroid hormone (PTH)
raises blood calcium level
crackling sounds heard during inspiration
rales
tachy
rapid
tachypnea
rapid breathing
recumbent
reclining; lying down
-gram
record
angiogram
record of a vessels
Erythrocyte
red blood cell; transports oxygen and carbon dioxide Erythr/o= Red, -cyte means cell. Erythrocytes carry oxygen in the blood.
erythem/o
redness
return of disease symptoms
relapse
Lengthwise vertical plane dividing the body or structure into right and left sides
sagittal
-ectomy
removal
cholecystectomy
removal of the gallbladder
pyel/o
renal pelvis
ech/o
repeated sound
a sensitive layer of nerve tissue in the back of the eye
retina
progressive, degenerative joint disease
rheumatoid arthritis
rhinitis
rhin/o= nose inflammation of mucous membranes of the nose during the common head cold; also a result of hay fever
inflammation of the nose
rhinitis
peristalsis
rhythmic muscular contractions of the gastrointestinal tract
pyloric sphincter
ring of muscle that guards the opening at the lower end of the stomach
produces sperm in the testes
seminiferous tubules
Vertebrae
series of small bones forming the spinal column
bone marrow cell that gives rise to different types of blood cells
stem cell
cutane/o
skin
brady-
slow
-ole
small
-malacia
softening
son/o
sound, sound waves
-phasia
speech
myel/o
spinal cord, bone marrow
hemoptysis
spitting up blood from the lungs
enlargement of the spleen
splenomegaly
material expelled from chest by coughing...
sputum
the epidermis is composed of...
squamous epithelium
homeostasis
stable equilibrium in the body
the suffix in the term metastasis is ___ and it means ___
stasis , stopping or controlling
-logy
study of
radiology
study of X rays and radioactive substances and their uses in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases
cytology
study of cells
Cytology
study of structure and function of cells
hematology
study of the blood and blood diseases (hema= blood)
gastroenterology
study of the stomach and intestines and their diseases
Histology
study of tissue
histology
study of tissues
gynecology
study of women (gyne/o=women)
radiopaque
substance does not allow x-rays to pass through and appears white or light gray on the resulting film
glycosuria
sugar in the urine
the diaphragm lies ___ to the stomach
superior
Posterior (Dorsal)
the back side of the body
menarche
the first menstrual period for a woman during puberty
Anterior (Ventral)
the front side of the body
prolactin
the hormone that tells the body to make breast milk when a person is pregnant or breast-feeding. Production of prolactin takes place in the pituitary gland.
diagnosis
the identification of a disease or other condition
mastication
the process of chewing
biopsy
the removal of living tissue to view under a microscope (bi/o=life, -opsy=process of viewing)
oncology
the study and treatment of tumors and cancer, onc/o= tumor The suffix -ist means of medicine (or other profession)
glomerulus
tiny ball of capillaries in the kidney
pituitary gland
tiny, pea-sized endocrine gland at the base of the brain produces growth hormone, prolactin, oxytocin, and gonadotropic hormones
crin/o
to secrete
-lucent
to shine
hemostasis
to stop or control bleeding
several images are made to show the organ in depth
tomography
several images made to show organ in depth
tomography
linguo-
tongue
Cranial
toward the head
Caudal
toward the tail
Superior
towards the head
plane that divides the body or structure into upper and lower portions
transverse
latr/o
treatment
-oma
tumor or mass
supination
turning the palms forward
prefix in the term bilateral means
two
sub
under
examination of the urine
urinalysis
Introduction of altered antigens (virus or bacteria) to produce an immune response and protect against disease
vaccination
___ means to the front , its opposite direction is ___
ventral , dorsal