Chapter 7 Blood And Lymph System Exam
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Myelo/dys/plasia
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This exam assesses knowledge of the blood and lymph systems, focusing on the meanings of medical terms like erythroblastosis and myelodysplasia. It tests understanding of components and conditions relevant to these systems, essential for students in medical fields.
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Myelodys/plas/ia r
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Myelo/dys/plas/ia s
Explanation
The word "myelo/dys/plas/ia" is a medical term that is broken down into four parts: "myelo," "dys," "plas," and "ia." Each part has a specific meaning in medical terminology. However, since the given question only provides the word and not its breakdown, it is not possible to determine the exact meaning of each part. Therefore, the correct answer "pertaining to" is a general explanation that can be applied to any medical term without knowing its specific breakdown.Rate this question:
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hemo/cyto/meter cf
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Hemo/cyto/meter cf
Explanation
The given answer "cell" is the correct answer because it is the most logical and appropriate term that fits with the given word parts "hemo/cyto/meter". "Hemo" refers to blood, "cyto" refers to cells, and "meter" refers to measurement. Therefore, "hemo/cyto/meter" would likely refer to a device used to measure blood cells, which is commonly known as a cell counter or hemocytometer.Rate this question:
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spleno/rrhagia cf
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lymph/aden/itis r
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Lymph/aden/itis r
Explanation
The given word "lymph/aden/itis" is a medical term that can be broken down into three parts: "lymph," "aden," and "itis." "Lymph" refers to the clear fluid that circulates in the lymphatic system, "aden" refers to a gland, and "itis" refers to inflammation. Therefore, the correct answer "gland" is the most appropriate choice as it relates to the "aden" part of the word.Rate this question:
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Lymph/aden/itis s
Explanation
The word "lymph/aden/itis" can be broken down into three parts: "lymph," "aden," and "itis." "Lymph" refers to a clear fluid that circulates throughout the body and plays a role in the immune system. "Aden" refers to a gland, particularly a lymph node. "Itis" is a suffix that means inflammation. Therefore, "lymph/aden/itis" refers to inflammation of a lymph node. The correct answer "inflammation" accurately describes this condition.Rate this question:
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Immuno/tox/ic r
Explanation
The given word "immuno/tox/ic" can be divided into three parts: "immuno", "tox", and "ic". "Immuno" refers to the immune system, "tox" refers to toxins or poisons, and "ic" is a suffix that means "relating to" or "pertaining to". Therefore, the word "immuno/tox/ic" can be understood as "relating to the immune system and toxins or poisons". Based on this understanding, the correct answer is "poison".Rate this question:
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Reticulo/cyt/osis r
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Thymo/path/y r
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spleno/megaly cf
Explanation
The given answer "spleen" is the correct answer because "spleno/megaly" refers to the medical term for enlargement of the spleen. The term "cf" stands for "confer" or "compare," indicating that the term is related to the word "spleen." Therefore, the correct answer is "spleen."Rate this question:
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leuko/cyto/penia cf
Explanation
The term "leuko/cyto/penia" is a medical term that refers to a decrease or deficiency in white blood cells. "Leuko" means white, "cyto" refers to cells, and "penia" means deficiency or decrease. Therefore, the correct answer is "white" as it represents the decrease in white blood cells.Rate this question:
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Leuko/cyto/penia cf
Explanation
The term "leuko/cyto/penia" is a medical term that combines three word parts: "leuko" meaning white, "cyto" meaning cell, and "penia" meaning deficiency. Therefore, the term "leuko/cyto/penia" refers to a deficiency or decrease in the number of white blood cells. The correct answer, "cell," accurately represents the meaning of the term by indicating that it specifically refers to a decrease in the number of cells.Rate this question:
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Lymph/oma r
Explanation
The given answer "tumor" is correct because lymphoma is a type of cancer that affects the lymphatic system, which is part of the body's immune system. Lymphomas are characterized by the presence of malignant tumors, or abnormal growths, in the lymph nodes or other lymphatic tissues. Therefore, the term "tumor" accurately describes the abnormal growth associated with lymphoma.Rate this question:
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cyto/morpho/logy cf
Explanation
The term "cyto/morpho/logy" refers to the study of the structure and form of cells. "Cf" is an abbreviation for the Latin term "confer," which means "compare" or "refer to." Therefore, when "cf" is used in this context, it is indicating that the term "cyto/morpho/logy" is related to or can be compared to the concept of "cell."Rate this question:
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hemo/lysis cf
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Clot
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Thromb/o
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Thym/o
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Lymph/o
Correct Answer
A. Thromb/oExplanation
The correct answer is "thromb/o." This term refers to a combining form that is used to indicate a blood clot or coagulation. It is commonly used in medical terminology to describe conditions or procedures related to blood clotting.Rate this question:
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Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate
Correct Answer
ESRExplanation
ESR stands for Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate. It is a blood test that measures the rate at which red blood cells settle at the bottom of a test tube over a specific period of time. This test is used to detect inflammation in the body, as increased levels of inflammation can cause red blood cells to clump together and settle faster. ESR is a non-specific test and can be influenced by various factors such as age, gender, and certain medical conditions. Therefore, it is often used in combination with other tests to diagnose and monitor inflammatory conditions.Rate this question:
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Complete Blood Count
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CBC - 22.
Choose the correct combining form for the meaning below: eat or swallow
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Phas/o
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Phag/o
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Plas/o
Correct Answer
A. Phag/oExplanation
The combining form "phag/o" is the correct choice for the meaning of "eat or swallow." This combining form is derived from the Greek word "phagein," which means "to eat." It is commonly used in medical terminology to refer to the process of ingestion or swallowing, such as in terms like "phagocytosis" (the process by which cells engulf and digest particles).Rate this question:
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Give meaning of the underlined wp in: erythro/blast/osis cf
Correct Answer
redExplanation
The underlined "wp" in the given term "erythro/blast/osis" stands for "red". This term is used to describe a condition characterized by the abnormal proliferation of red blood cell precursors.Rate this question:
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Immuno/tox/ic s
Correct Answer
pertaining toExplanation
The given word "immuno/tox/ic" is a combination of three root words: immuno, tox, and ic. By separating the word into its root parts, we can understand its meaning. "Immuno" refers to the immune system, "tox" refers to toxins or poisons, and "ic" is a suffix that means "relating to" or "pertaining to." Therefore, the correct answer is "pertaining to" because the word "immuno/tox/ic" describes something that is related to both the immune system and toxins.Rate this question:
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Spleno/megaly s
Correct Answer
enlargementExplanation
The term "spleno/megaly" refers to the enlargement of the spleen. The prefix "spleno" indicates the involvement of the spleen, while the suffix "megaly" means enlargement. Therefore, the correct answer is "enlargement" because "spleno/megaly" specifically describes the condition of the spleen being enlarged.Rate this question:
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Cyto/morpho/logy s
Correct Answer
study ofExplanation
The given word "cyto/morpho/logy" can be broken down into three parts: "cyto" meaning cell, "morpho" meaning form or shape, and "logy" meaning study of. Therefore, the correct answer is "study of" as it accurately represents the meaning of the word.Rate this question:
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Prothrombin Time
Correct Answer
PTExplanation
Prothrombin Time (PT) is a blood test that measures the time it takes for blood to clot. It is used to assess the clotting ability of the blood and to monitor the effectiveness of anticoagulant medications. PT is commonly used to diagnose and monitor bleeding disorders, liver disease, and to determine the appropriate dosage of blood-thinning medications.Rate this question:
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immuno/tox/ic cf
Correct Answer
safe - 29.
lymph/oma r
Correct Answer
clear fluidExplanation
The term "lymph/oma" refers to a condition involving the lymphatic system, specifically the formation of tumors in lymph nodes or lymphoid tissues. The term "clear fluid" is mentioned separately, possibly indicating that lymph, which is a clear fluid, is involved in this condition. Therefore, the correct answer is "clear fluid."Rate this question:
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Cyto/morpho/logy cf
Correct Answer
formExplanation
The word "cyto/morpho/logy" is a combination of three root words: "cyto" meaning cell, "morpho" meaning shape, and "logy" meaning study of. Therefore, "cyto/morpho/logy" refers to the study of the shape and structure of cells. The answer "form" is the closest synonym to "shape" and accurately represents the meaning of the word.Rate this question:
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an/emia s
Correct Answer
blood conditionExplanation
The term "an/emia" is a misspelling of "anemia," which refers to a condition in which there is a decrease in the number of red blood cells or a decrease in the amount of hemoglobin in the blood. Therefore, the correct answer is "blood condition."Rate this question:
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erythro/blast/osis r
Correct Answer
germ or budExplanation
The term "erythroblastosis" is made up of the word "erythro" which refers to red blood cells, and "blastosis" which means abnormal proliferation or growth. Therefore, "erythroblastosis" refers to the abnormal proliferation or growth of red blood cells. The word "germ" or "bud" does not have any relation to the term "erythroblastosis" and is not a correct explanation for the given term.Rate this question:
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myelo/dys/plasia cf
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bone marrow or spinal cordExplanation
The term "myelo" refers to bone marrow, while "dys" means abnormal or impaired, and "plasia" means formation or development. Therefore, "myelo/dys/plasia" refers to abnormal or impaired formation or development of the bone marrow. The term "cf" is not clear in this context, but it is likely referring to "confer," meaning that bone marrow or spinal cord can confer or provide certain characteristics or functions. Therefore, the correct answer is bone marrow or spinal cord.Rate this question:
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Spleno/rrhagia s
Correct Answer
to burst forth - 35.
an/emia p no, not, without is correct. See below: The "a-" usually becomes "an-" before a vowel as, for example, in anemia (without blood)
Correct Answer
no, not, withoutExplanation
The explanation for the correct answer is that the prefix "a-" usually becomes "an-" before a vowel. In the case of the word "anemia," it means "without blood." Therefore, the correct answer includes the words "no, not, without" because they convey the meaning of the prefix in this context.Rate this question:
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Hemo/cyto/meter s
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instrument for measurementExplanation
The term "hemo/cyto/meter" is a combination of three root words: "hemo" meaning blood, "cyto" meaning cell, and "meter" meaning instrument for measurement. Therefore, the correct answer is "instrument for measurement" because "hemo/cyto/meter" refers to an instrument used to measure blood cells.Rate this question:
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reticulo/cyt/osis cf
Correct Answer
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thymo/path/y cf
Correct Answer
thymus glandExplanation
The given word is "thymo/path/y". When we break down this word into its individual parts, we can see that "thymo" refers to the thymus gland and "path" refers to a disease or disorder. The suffix "y" is commonly used to form a noun, so when combined together, "thymo/path/y" can be interpreted as a disease or disorder related to the thymus gland. Therefore, the correct answer is "thymus gland".Rate this question:
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Thymo/path/y s
Correct Answer
condition or process of - 40.
Erythro/blast/osis s
Correct Answer
condition or increaseExplanation
The term "erythroblastosis" is a medical condition characterized by an increased number of erythroblasts, which are immature red blood cells. The suffix "-osis" is commonly used to indicate a condition or an increase in something. Therefore, the correct answer is "condition or increase."Rate this question:
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Reticulo/cyt/osis s
Correct Answer
condition or increase - 42.
Leuko/cyto/penia cf
Correct Answer
abnormal reductionExplanation
The term "leuko/cyto/penia" is a medical term that combines three word parts: "leuko" meaning white, "cyto" meaning cell, and "penia" meaning reduction. Therefore, "leuko/cyto/penia" refers to an abnormal reduction in white blood cells. Hence, the correct answer is "abnormal reduction".Rate this question:
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meta/stasis p
Correct Answer
beyond, after, or changeExplanation
The word "meta/stasis" is a combination of two root words: "meta" and "stasis". The root word "meta" means "beyond" or "change", while the root word "stasis" means "after". Therefore, the correct answer is "beyond, after, or change", as these words accurately represent the meanings of the root words in "meta/stasis".Rate this question:
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Meta/stasis s
Correct Answer
stop or standExplanation
The word "meta/stasis" is a combination of two words, "meta" and "stasis". "Meta" means change or transformation, and "stasis" means a state of stability or balance. Therefore, "meta/stasis" can be interpreted as a state of change or transformation that is balanced or stable. In the context of the given question, "stop or stand" can be seen as a representation of this concept. "Stop" implies a complete halt or cessation of movement, while "stand" suggests a state of stability or balance. Both of these actions can be seen as a form of "stopping" or "standing" in a particular state, which aligns with the meaning of "meta/stasis".Rate this question:
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Juice
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Lymph/o
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Hemat/o
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Chyl/o
Correct Answer
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Blood
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Erythr/o
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Hem/o
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Lymph/o
Correct Answer
A. Hem/oExplanation
The correct answer is "hem/o" because it is a combining form that refers to blood. The other options, "erythr/o" and "lymph/o," refer to specific components or types of blood cells, namely red blood cells and lymphocytes, respectively. Therefore, "hem/o" is the most general and appropriate choice to represent blood as a whole.Rate this question:
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Safe
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Toxic/o
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Reticul/o
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Immun/o
Correct Answer
A. Immun/oExplanation
The correct answer is "immun/o." This is because the other two options, "toxic/o" and "reticul/o," do not relate to the term "safe." "Immun/o" is the combining form for immune, which is associated with protection and safety against diseases and infections. Therefore, "immun/o" is the most appropriate answer in this context.Rate this question:
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Formation
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Plas/o
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Troph/o
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Thromb/o
Correct Answer
A. Plas/oExplanation
The term "plas/o" refers to the combining form for plasma, which is the fluid component of blood. It is derived from the Greek word "plasma" meaning "something molded or formed." This combining form is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate a substance or a structure that is formed or molded.Rate this question:
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Hemo/lysis s
Correct Answer
breaking down or dissolutionExplanation
The term "hemo/lysis" can be broken down into two parts: "hemo" and "lysis". "Hemo" refers to blood, while "lysis" means breaking down or dissolution. Therefore, "hemo/lysis" refers to the breaking down or dissolution of blood.Rate this question:
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