Med Terms Lesson 4.1 Terms

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biopsy

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Removing tissue from a living person for laboratory examination

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biopsy removal

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Distinguishes tumors; provides material for biopsy and cures lesion

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carcinoma

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A malignant and invasive epithelial tumor

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cryosurgery

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Use of liquid nitrogen or argon gas in a probe to freeze/kill abnormal tissue

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cutaneous

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Pertaining to the skin

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dermis

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Connective tissue layer beneath the epidermis

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dermatology

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Medical specialty concerned with skin disorders

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dermatologist

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Specialist in diagnosing/treating skin diseases

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epidermis

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Top layer of the skin

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esthetics

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Concerned with beauty