Medical Terminology

3. attached to the beginning of a word root to modify its meaning; example, sub-
7. the complete set of information in the DNA of a specific organism
8. from first letter of words, example, MRSA
10. largest structure within the cell, usually spherical and centrally located
11. group of similar cells that performs a specific function
12. comprises each gene; is a genetic material that regulates the activities of the cell.
13. dividing medical terms into word parts, then labeling each word part and combining form
15. basic unit of all living things
16. space inside the skull containing the brain
17. attached to the end of a word root to modify its meaning; example, -ic
18. an experimental procedure to treat or prevent disease
19. space inside the spinal column containing the spinal cord
21. name of a person or place
22. forms the boundary of the cell

1. located in the nucleus of the cell. There are 46 in all normal human cells
2. root core of a word; example, hepat
4. Composed of skin, nails, and glands. Forms a protective covering for the body, regulates body temperature, and helps manufacture vitamin D.
5. regions within the chromosome. Determine hereditary characteristics.
6. two or more types of tissues that together perform special body functions
9. terms derived from the English language, example, complete blood count with differential
14. applying the meaning of each word part contained in the medical term to derive its meaning
20. gel-like fluid inside the cell