Fundamentals of Human Body Systems and Medical Terminology Quiz

Human Anatomy and Physiology

NBME

ACGME

Reviewed by Editorial Team

The ProProfs editorial team is comprised of experienced subject matter experts. They've collectively created over 10,000 quizzes and lessons, serving over 100 million users. Our team includes in-house content moderators and subject matter experts, as well as a global network of rigorously trained contributors. All adhere to our comprehensive editorial guidelines, ensuring the delivery of high-quality content.

Learn about Our Editorial Process

| By Thames

Thames

Community Contributor

Quizzes Created: 7049 | Total Attempts: 9,519,298

| Attempts: 1,478 | Questions: 28

Quiz Flashcard

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Whatsapp Share on Pinterest Share on Email Copy to Clipboard Embed on your website

Question 1 / 28

0 %

0/100

Score 0/100

1. Which organs are part of the digestive system?

The main organs of the digestive system consist of the mouth, tongue, salivary glands, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large... The main organs of the digestive system consist of the mouth, tongue, salivary glands, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine (colon), rectum, anus, pancreas, liver, and gallbladder. This system is responsible for ingesting and digesting food, absorbing nutrients, and eliminating waste.

Heart, lungs, kidneys, brain

Eyes, ears, nose, skin

Heart, liver, lungs, kidneys

The digestive system primarily involves organs that are directly involved in the digestion and absorption of food.

Explanation

The digestive system primarily involves organs that are directly involved in the digestion and absorption of food.

Submit

About This Quiz

Explore the intricate details of human anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology in this focused quiz. It assesses key knowledge areas essential for healthcare professionals, enhancing understanding and application in medical contexts.

2. What's your name?

We’ll put your name on your report, certificate, and leaderboard.

2. What is the musculoskeletal system?

The system responsible for processing and digesting food.

This is the system that gives the human body form and stability and enables movement. It consists of bones,... This is the system that gives the human body form and stability and enables movement. It consists of bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, cartilage, and other connective tissue. Connective tissue assists in the support function of this system and is made of elastic fibers and collagen, a protein substance.

A system that regulates breathing and blood circulation.

A system that controls the body's responses to internal and external stimuli.

The musculoskeletal system is responsible for the structure, stability, and movement of the human body, not breathing, digestion, or responses to stimuli.

Explanation

The musculoskeletal system is responsible for the structure, stability, and movement of the human body, not breathing, digestion, or responses to stimuli.

Submit

3. What is the function of the spine (vertebral column)?

The spine is responsible for digestion and absorption of nutrients.

Strong, flexible group of bones which provides structure for the upper body. It encloses and protects the spinal cord,... Strong, flexible group of bones which provides structure for the upper body. It encloses and protects the spinal cord, supports the head, and serves as an attachment for ribs. (Also known as Spinal Column)Five regions of the spine: 1. Cervical, 2. Thoracic, 3. Lumbar, 4. Sacral (sacrum), 5. Coccygeal (coccyx)

The spine functions as a major organ in the circulatory system.

The spine serves as the main component of the respiratory system.

The spine (vertebral column) is not directly involved in digestion, circulation, or respiration. Its primary functions are related to support, protection, and structural integrity.

Explanation

The spine (vertebral column) is not directly involved in digestion, circulation, or respiration. Its primary functions are related to support, protection, and structural integrity.

Submit

4. What components make up the cardiovascular system?

The respiratory system

The skeletal system

The heart and circulatory system (blood vessels, including arteries, veins and capillaries) make up the cardiovascular system. It delivers blood... The heart and circulatory system (blood vessels, including arteries, veins and capillaries) make up the cardiovascular system. It delivers blood to all the body’s tissues, carrying nutrients and oxygen to every cell within the body and removing waste products (such as carbon dioxide). Oxygen-rich blood is carried to the parts of the body through the arteries. The veins carry blood back to the heart. The Pulmonary Vein carries blood to the lungs where carbon dioxide is exchanged for oxygen.

The nervous system

The cardiovascular system specifically refers to the heart and circulatory system, not the respiratory, skeletal, or nervous systems.

Explanation

The cardiovascular system specifically refers to the heart and circulatory system, not the respiratory, skeletal, or nervous systems.

Submit

5. What is the nervous system responsible for?

The respiratory system

The circulatory system

The endocrine system

This is a complex system consisting of the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS) that regulates... This is a complex system consisting of the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS) that regulates and coordinates body activities. It sends and receives information via electrical signals carried by the nerves and interprets that information in the brain. The CNS is made up of the brain and spinal cord. The PNS is made up of our nerves, sense organs (eyes, ears, etc.) and other neural elements (receptors in muscles, skin, joints, etc.).

The nervous system is responsible for regulating and coordinating body activities through electrical signals and processing information in the brain, while the circulatory system is responsible for transporting blood, the respiratory system is responsible for breathing, and the endocrine system is responsible for hormone regulation.

Explanation

Submit

6. What is the reproductive system?

This is the system that controls movement and coordination in humans.

This is the system responsible for digestion in the human body.

This is the system that transports oxygen, nutrients, and waste products in the body.

This is the system by which both male and female humans reproduce. It is sometimes called the genital system... This is the system by which both male and female humans reproduce. It is sometimes called the genital system as it is made up of the organs in the pelvic region that contribute toward the reproductive process. The organs of the female reproductive system include the ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, vagina, and mammary glands. The male reproductive system includes the testes, scrotum, penis, vas deferens, and prostate.

The reproductive system is specifically related to the process of reproduction in humans, involving organs specific to male and female reproductive functions.

Explanation

The reproductive system is specifically related to the process of reproduction in humans, involving organs specific to male and female reproductive functions.

Submit

7. What is the function of the integumentary system?

C. It assists in breathing.

A. It helps with digestion.

D. It produces insulin.

The Integumentary system is the skin. It regulates body temperature, acts as a sensory receptor to internal and external... The Integumentary system is the skin. It regulates body temperature, acts as a sensory receptor to internal and external stimuli, excretes waste from the body through sweat, and absorbs vitamin D and calcium from sunlight to nourish the body.

B. It pumps blood throughout the body.

The integumentary system primarily consists of the skin and its appendages, fulfilling various essential functions for the body as described in the correct answer.

Explanation

The integumentary system primarily consists of the skin and its appendages, fulfilling various essential functions for the body as described in the correct answer.

Submit

8. What is the main function of the respiratory system?

B. The respiratory system is responsible for pumping blood to all parts of the body.

A. The respiratory system is responsible for digesting food and absorbing nutrients.

This system is responsible for delivering oxygenated blood to all parts of the body. Through breathing, the body inhales oxygen... This system is responsible for delivering oxygenated blood to all parts of the body. Through breathing, the body inhales oxygen and exhales carbon dioxide, warms and moisturizes the air, and filters debris. The main organs of the respiratory system include the pharynx, larynx, nasal cavity, oral cavity, trachea, lungs, bronchus, bronchioles, and alveoli.

C. The respiratory system is responsible for filtering out waste products from the blood.

The correct answer is that the respiratory system delivers oxygenated blood to all parts of the body through breathing. It is not involved in digestion, circulation, or waste filtration.

Explanation

The correct answer is that the respiratory system delivers oxygenated blood to all parts of the body through breathing. It is not involved in digestion, circulation, or waste filtration.

Submit

9. What is the endocrine system?

A system of organs that digest food and absorb nutrients.

A system of blood vessels that circulate blood throughout the body.

A system of bones in the body responsible for movement and support.

This is a system of glands that produce and secrete hormones. Hormones regulate the body’s growth, metabolism, sexual development,... This is a system of glands that produce and secrete hormones. Hormones regulate the body’s growth, metabolism, sexual development, and function. The major glands that make up the endocrine system are the thyroid, parathyroid glands, pituitary, hypothalamus, adrenal glands, pineal body and the reproductive glands (ovaries and testes).

The correct answer describes the endocrine system as a network of glands that release hormones to regulate various bodily functions. The incorrect answers provided describe different systems within the human body, showing the distinction between the endocrine system and other physiological systems.

Explanation

Submit

10. -crine

Absorption

Digestion

Secretion (As in Endocrine)

Excretion

The suffix -crine refers to a substance that is secreted by a specific gland or organ, such as in endocrine referring to the secretion of hormones by glands.

Explanation

The suffix -crine refers to a substance that is secreted by a specific gland or organ, such as in endocrine referring to the secretion of hormones by glands.

Submit

11. What is the circulatory system composed of and what is its primary function?

The circulatory system consists of the brain and the spinal cord and controls the body's movements.

The circulatory system includes the liver and the stomach and is responsible for digestion.

The circulatory system is composed of the heart and the blood vessels and provides cells within the body with nutrients... The circulatory system is composed of the heart and the blood vessels and provides cells within the body with nutrients (via blood). Pulmonary circulation is the loop from the heart to the lungs and back again. While Systemic Circulation (what we usually think of as our circulatory system) sends blood from the heart to all the other parts of our bodies and back again.

The circulatory system is made up of the lungs and the diaphragm and primarily helps with breathing.

Submit

12. Where is the Coccyx (Coccygeal Vertebrae) located?

Above the thoracic vertebrae (mid-back)

Below the sacrum. The very end of the spinal column. (tailbone) The Coccyx develops as 3-5 separate... Below the sacrum. The very end of the spinal column. (tailbone) The Coccyx develops as 3-5 separate bones that then fuse together.

In the middle of the neck vertebrae (cervical region)

Within the lumbar vertebrae (lower back)

The coccyx is located below the sacrum, at the very end of the spinal column. It is often referred to as the tailbone due to its appearance.

Explanation

The coccyx is located below the sacrum, at the very end of the spinal column. It is often referred to as the tailbone due to its appearance.

Submit

13. What does the suffix -oma commonly refer to in medical terminology?

Fracture

Inflammation

Tumor, mass

Infection

The suffix -oma is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate a tumor or mass growth in a particular region of the body.

Explanation

The suffix -oma is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate a tumor or mass growth in a particular region of the body.

Submit

14. What does the term -emia refer to in medical terminology?

Brain condition

Blood condition

Lung condition

Heart condition

The suffix -emia is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate a condition related to the blood, such as anemia (low red blood cell count) or leukemia (cancer of the blood).

Explanation

The suffix -emia is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate a condition related to the blood, such as anemia (low red blood cell count) or leukemia (cancer of the blood).

Submit

15. -megaly.

Inflammation

Necrosis

Atrophy

Enlargement

The suffix -megaly refers to enlargement, while inflammation, necrosis, and atrophy are all different medical terms with distinct meanings.

Explanation

The suffix -megaly refers to enlargement, while inflammation, necrosis, and atrophy are all different medical terms with distinct meanings.

Submit

16. What is the significance of Thoracic Vertebrae?

It is located in the neck area of the spine.

It is the upper section of the spine, above the Cervical region.

This is the mid-section of the spine (mid back), and makes up the largest part of the spinal column. ... This is the mid-section of the spine (mid back), and makes up the largest part of the spinal column. Found below the Cervical, and above the Lumbar regions. T1-T12. Articulate with (attach to) the 12 pairs of ribs. (Formerly known as Dorsal Spine)

It is the lower section of the spine, below the Lumbar region.

The Thoracic Vertebrae is specifically the mid-section of the spine and not the lower or upper section. It is also not located in the neck area as that is the Cervical region.

Explanation

The Thoracic Vertebrae is specifically the mid-section of the spine and not the lower or upper section. It is also not located in the neck area as that is the Cervical region.

Submit

17. What is the anatomical location of the sacrum (Sacral Region)?

Between the thoracic vertebrae and the sacral region.

Above the lumbar spine and below the coccyx.

Below lumber the lumbar spine and above the coccyx. The sacrum is a triangular-shaped bone that consists of 5... Below lumber the lumbar spine and above the coccyx. The sacrum is a triangular-shaped bone that consists of 5 segments (S1-S5) that are fused together. As part of the pelvic girdle, the sacrum forms the back wall of the pelvis and also forms joints at the hip bone called the sacroiliac joints.

Located in the upper part of the skull.

The sacrum is specifically located below the lumbar spine and above the coccyx, forming an important part of the pelvic girdle. It is not situated between the thoracic vertebrae, above the lumbar spine, or in the upper part of the skull.

Explanation

Submit

18. What is the function of the lymphatic system?

The lymphatic system is responsible only for transporting blood cells throughout the body.

The lymphatic system works with the circulatory system to distribute fluids and nutrients throughout the body, and rids the body... The lymphatic system works with the circulatory system to distribute fluids and nutrients throughout the body, and rids the body of unnecessary substances through a clear to yellow fluid referred to as “lymph” which contains white blood cells, proteins and fats. It also aids the immune system in removing and destroying waste, debris, dead blood cells, pathogens, toxins, and cancer cells, and drains excess fluids and protein to prevent edema. The role of the lymph nodes is to filter the lymph before it can return to the circulatory system.

The lymphatic system primarily helps in secreting hormones into the bloodstream.

The lymphatic system filters oxygen and carbon dioxide in the body.

The lymphatic system plays a crucial role in maintaining fluid balance, removing waste, and supporting the immune system. It works in conjunction with the circulatory system to perform its functions.

Explanation

The lymphatic system plays a crucial role in maintaining fluid balance, removing waste, and supporting the immune system. It works in conjunction with the circulatory system to perform its functions.

Submit

19. What does the suffix -osis typically indicate in medical terminology?

Healing

Abnormal condition

Pain

Inflammation

The suffix -osis is commonly used in medical terminology to define a state or condition. It often indicates an abnormal or diseased state.

Explanation

The suffix -osis is commonly used in medical terminology to define a state or condition. It often indicates an abnormal or diseased state.

Submit

20. What is the meaning of the suffix -itis?

Infection

Inflammation

Intoxication

Insulation

The suffix -itis is commonly used in medical terminology to denote inflammation of a specific organ or tissue. It is derived from the Greek word 'itis' meaning inflammation.

Explanation

The suffix -itis is commonly used in medical terminology to denote inflammation of a specific organ or tissue. It is derived from the Greek word 'itis' meaning inflammation.

Submit

21. What does the suffix -meter typically indicate in terms of measurement?

Temperature

Weight

Measure

Volume

The suffix -meter is commonly used to indicate a tool or device used for measurement, such as a thermometer for temperature.

Explanation

The suffix -meter is commonly used to indicate a tool or device used for measurement, such as a thermometer for temperature.

Submit

22. -algia

Relief

Pain

Swelling

Inflammation

The suffix -algia is commonly used in medical terminology to refer to pain. Therefore, the correct answer is 'pain'.

Explanation

The suffix -algia is commonly used in medical terminology to refer to pain. Therefore, the correct answer is 'pain'.

Submit

23. -pathy

Surgical technique

Disease condition

Patient diagnosis

Medical procedure

The suffix -pathy is typically used to indicate a disease or condition, not a medical procedure, surgical technique, or patient diagnosis.

Explanation

The suffix -pathy is typically used to indicate a disease or condition, not a medical procedure, surgical technique, or patient diagnosis.

Submit

24. What does the suffix -lysis indicate?

Protection, fortification, conservation

Repair, healing, recovery

Growth, development, expansion

Breakdown, destruction, separation

The suffix -lysis is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate a process of breakdown, destruction, or separation.

Explanation

The suffix -lysis is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate a process of breakdown, destruction, or separation.

Submit

25. Fill in the blank: _______-partum.

Inter

Ante

Intra

Post

The correct term is 'post-partum' which refers to the period after childbirth. 'Ante' means before, 'intra' means within, and 'inter' means between.

Explanation

The correct term is 'post-partum' which refers to the period after childbirth. 'Ante' means before, 'intra' means within, and 'inter' means between.

Submit

26. What is the function of the cervical vertebrae?

Shoulder stability. Scapula, clavicle, and humerus.

Digestive system protection. Rib cage and sternum.

Uppermost part of the spine. C1-C7. (neck bones)

Lower back support. L1-L5. (lumbar bones).

The cervical vertebrae are positioned at the uppermost part of the spine, supporting the head and allowing for neck movement. They consist of C1-C7, also known as the neck bones.

Explanation

The cervical vertebrae are positioned at the uppermost part of the spine, supporting the head and allowing for neck movement. They consist of C1-C7, also known as the neck bones.

Submit

27. What is the meaning of the medical suffix -plasia?

Development, growth

Inflammation, swelling

Decay, deterioration

Movement, mobility

The suffix -plasia is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate growth or development.

Explanation

The suffix -plasia is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate growth or development.

Submit

28. What does the suffix '-blast' typically refer to in biology?

Disease-causing, infectious

Endangered, threatened

Fully developed, mature

Embryonic, immature

In biology, the suffix '-blast' typically refers to cells that are in an embryonic or immature state, such as embryoblasts or fibroblasts.

Explanation

In biology, the suffix '-blast' typically refers to cells that are in an embryonic or immature state, such as embryoblasts or fibroblasts.

Submit

View My Results

Quiz Review Timeline (Updated): Oct 7, 2025 +

Our quizzes are rigorously reviewed, monitored and continuously updated by our expert board to maintain accuracy, relevance, and timeliness.

Current Version
Oct 07, 2025

Quiz Edited by
ProProfs Editorial Team
Aug 04, 2025

Quiz Created by
Thames

Test Your Knowledge About Medical Terminology Vocabulary! Test Your Knowledge About Medical Terminology Vocabulary!

NCCT Certification Prep Test On Medical Terminology! NCCT Certification Prep Test On Medical Terminology!

Medical Assistant- Medical Terminology Medical Assistant- Medical Terminology

Medical Terminology Prefix Quiz Medical Terminology Prefix Quiz

Test Your Medical Knowledge Test Your Medical Knowledge

Thank you for your feedback!

Would you like to edit this question to improve it?

No thanks

Name:

Email:

Oops! Give us more information:

Incorrect Question

Incorrect Answer

Typos

I have a feedback

Please provide name and email to proceed. Please provide correct email to proceed. Please provide feedback. Please select the option.

All (28)
Unanswered ()
Answered ()

Which organs are part of the digestive system?

What is the musculoskeletal system?

What is the function of the spine (vertebral column)?

What components make up the cardiovascular system?

What is the nervous system responsible for?

What is the reproductive system?

What is the function of the integumentary system?

What is the main function of the respiratory system?

What is the endocrine system?

-crine

What is the circulatory system composed of and what is its primary...

Where is the Coccyx (Coccygeal Vertebrae) located?

What does the suffix -oma commonly refer to in medical terminology?

What does the term -emia refer to in medical terminology?

-megaly.

What is the significance of Thoracic Vertebrae?

What is the anatomical location of the sacrum (Sacral Region)?

What is the function of the lymphatic system?

What does the suffix -osis typically indicate in medical terminology?

What is the meaning of the suffix -itis?

What does the suffix -meter typically indicate in terms of...

-algia

-pathy

What does the suffix -lysis indicate?

Fill in the blank: _______-partum.

What is the function of the cervical vertebrae?

What is the meaning of the medical suffix -plasia?

What does the suffix '-blast' typically refer to in biology?

Back to top