Integumentary system -root words Flashcards
(17 cards)
What does BCC stand for?
basil cell carcinoma
BCC is a type of skin cancer that originates from basal cells.
What is the abbreviation for biopsy?
Bx
A biopsy is a procedure to remove a piece of tissue for examination.
What does SCC stand for?
squamous cell carcinoma
SCC is a form of skin cancer that arises from squamous cells.
What does the root word ‘Aden/o’ refer to?
gland
This root is commonly used in medical terminology related to glands.
What does the root word ‘Aesthe/s/i/o’ indicate?
sensation
This root is used in terms related to sensory perception.
What is the meaning of the root word ‘Motor’?
movement
This term is often used in contexts related to motion or action.
What does ‘Myc/o’ refer to?
fungus
This root is used in medical terms related to fungal infections.
What does ‘Derm/o’ stand for?
skin
This root is commonly used in dermatological terms.
What does the root ‘Kerat/o’ refer to?
epidermis (outer layer of skin) / keratin
This term is associated with the outer layer of skin and the protein keratin.
What does ‘Melan/o’ indicate?
melanin
This root is often used in terms related to pigmentation.
What does ‘Pil/o’ refer to?
hair
This root is used in terms related to hair.
What does ‘Seb/o’ stand for?
sebum
This term is related to the oily substance produced by sebaceous glands.
What does ‘Hidr/o’ refer to?
sweat
This root is used in terms related to sweat glands.
What does ‘Cutane/o’ indicate?
skin
This root is used in medical terminology related to skin.
What does ‘Onych/o’ refer to?
nail
This root is commonly used in terms related to nails.
What does ‘Carcin/o’ stand for?
cancer
This root is used in terms related to cancerous conditions.
