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Prefix- Beginning of the word that serves as a modifier to the word root
Combining Vowels- Vowels inserted between two or more words, to form grammatically correct terms ("o", is the most common, but "i" is sometimes used)
Word Roots- The part of the medical term that contains the primary meaning
Suffix- The end of the medical term that also serves as a modifier to the word root
*Modifiers give more detail/description
to the root word*
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Arthr= joint
itis= inflammation
Arthr+itis= Arthritis (inflammation of the joint)
Word Parts
Arthr= word root
itis=modifying suffix
What is inflamed? The joint
Breaking Down Medical Terms
Leukocytosis
Identify & Define word parts:
Leuk= white (modifying prefix)
o= (combining vowel)
cyt= cells (word root)
osis= condition of (suffix)
Definition: abnormal condition of overproduction of white blood cells
Used to describe body parts, procedures, and processes
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**Different body systems have designated medical terms to identify the different body parts**
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Medical term: Leukocytosis
Break down & identify each word part:
Leuk-o-cyt-osis
p c.v w.r s
Most commonly derived from:
Greek & Latin language,
but sometimes French language
Pearson's: Unlocking Medical terminology
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