Medical Terminology Flashcards

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Anatomy

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Study of the structure of the body

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Physiology

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Study of the function of the body

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Pathology

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Study of disease

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Homeostasis

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Body's ability to maintain internal stability

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Cell

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Basic unit of life

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Tissue

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Group of similar cells performing a function

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Organ

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Structure made of different tissues working together

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System

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Group of organs that perform a major function

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Infection

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Invasion of body by harmful microorganisms

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Inflammation

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Body’s response to injury or infection