Medical terminology is composed of a prefix, root word, and suffix: Prefix: A prefix is placed at the beginning of a word to modify or change its meaning. Pre means "before." Prefixes may also indicate a location, number, or time. Root: central part of a word. Suffix: The ending part of a word that modifies the meaning of the word. Additional resources: [Intro to med terms] [Med terms rules] [Med term reference] [Word building reference] [Practice Exams]
Medical terminology is used to precisely describe the human body components, processes, illnesses, medical procedures, and pharmacology. Medical terms are used in the field of medicine, and clinical settings. This section deals with all med terms beginning with the letter K, and features medical roots, prefixes and suffixes. Introduction to Medical Terminology.
Prefix: Prefix Definition: 1st Root Word: kerat/o 1st Root Definition: cornea; hard; horny tissue 2nd Root Word: 2nd Root Word Definition: Suffix: -scope Suffix Definition: instrument for visual examination Definition: instrument used to evaluate the shape of the anterior surface
of the cornea
kinesthesia
Prefix: Prefix Definition: 1st Root Word: kines/o 1st Root Definition: movement 2nd Root Word: 2nd Root Word Definition: Suffix: -esthesia Suffix Definition: nervous sensation Definition: sense that identifies bodily position; weight; movement of muscles,
tendons and joints
koilocyte
Prefix: Prefix Definition: 1st Root Word: koil/o 1st Root Definition: hollow; concaved; depressed 2nd Root Word: 2nd Root Word Definition: Suffix: -cyte Suffix Definition: cell Definition: squamous epithelial cell that has gone through a number of
structural changes
kyphoscoliosis
Prefix: Prefix Definition: 1st Root Word: kyph/o 1st Root Definition: humpback 2nd Root Word: 2nd Root Word Definition: Suffix: -osis Suffix Definition: condition, usually abnormal Definition: combination of lateral and outward curvature of the spine
Quick Introduction- provides an overview and introduction to medical terminology. Medical Terms- rules governing singular versus plural versions of medical terms are described. Medical Terminology Exams- twenty new exams were created to test your knowledge of medical terminology.
Word Building Reference- This resource strengthens your understanding of medical terminology. See how common medical terms are created using the various prefixes, suffixes, and root words.
Medical Terminology Intuitive SectionThis section was developed for 'speed learning' of medical terminology. Start by reviewing the meanings for a block of medical terms, and then go back and choose a previous term randomly and try to recall the meaning of that particular medical term before hovering over the term to determine the answer. These frequent mini-tests will accelerate the learning process and in a relatively short period of time, you will be able to quickly recall the meaning of all of the listed medical terms. This method of learning is superior to flash cards because of the frequent exposure and testing of your recall.
