Chapter 1 - Definitions Flashcards
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malformation
A
Process of being badly shaped
2
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millilitre
A
Unit of volume (mL)
3
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radiology
A
Study of x-ray’s
4
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antipyretic
A
Pertaining to a substance used to lower body temperature
5
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chemotherapy
A
Treatment using chemicals
6
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axillary
A
Pertaining to the armpit
7
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gram
A
Unit of weight (g)
8
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kilogram
A
Unit of weight (kg)
9
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ambulatory
A
Being able to walk
10
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efferent
A
Carrying nerve impulse away from the brain
11
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litre
A
Unit of volume (L)
12
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centigrade
A
Temperature measurement (C)
13
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abcess
A
A localized collection of pus
14
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abnormal
A
Pertaining to not normal
15
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oncology
A
Study of tumors
