Medical Terminology Quiz

What does the prefix "a-, an-" mean?

• Above; more than normal

• Not; without

• Both sides

• Against

What is the meaning of the suffix "-algia"?

• Weakness

• Pain

• Condition

• Sensation

What does the combining form "arthr/o" refer to?

• Bone

• Joint

• Muscle

• Nerve

What is the meaning of the suffix "-ectomy"?

• Surgical removal; excision

• Process of recording

• Study of

• Weakness

What does the prefix "brady-" mean?

• Fast

• Slow

• Above

• Below

What is the meaning of the combining form "cardi/o"?

• Skull

• Heart

• Rib

• Spine

What does the suffix "-itis" indicate?

• Inflammation

• Tumor; mass

• Weakness

• Paralysis

What does the prefix "hypo-" mean?

• Above; more than normal

• Below; deficient

• Change; beyond

• Near; beside

What is the meaning of the combining form "oste/o"?

• Bone

• Muscle

• Nerve

• Skin

What does the suffix "-scopy" refer to?

• Process of cutting; incision

• Visual examination using a scope

• Instrument used to view

• Condition of growth or development