Female Reproductive System Flashcards
gynec/o
gyn/o
F
Female
oophor/o
OO-AH-FERO
ovary
Form and store eggs
hyster/o
metr/i
metr/o
uterus
pear shaped muscular organ
Function are menstruation, pregnancy, labor, protects developing child
Uterine
pertaining to the uterus
Cervic/o
cervix
Connects uterus to vagina
colp/o
vagin/o
vagina
tube that connects uterus to the outside of the body
episi/o
perine/o
Perineum
Space between vagina and rectum
Space between scrotum and anus
mamm/o
mast/o
breast
men/o
menstruation
Discharge of bloody fluid from non pregnant uterus
TAH
Total abdominal hysterectomy
Removal of the uterus through the abdominal cavity
TVH
Total vaginal hysterectomy
GYN
gynecology or gynecologist
OB/GYN
Obstetrics and gynecologist
Obstetrician and gynecologist
PMS
premenstrual syndrome
PID
Pelvic inflammatory disease
Bacterial infection that affects the uterus and all that jazz
HCG
pregnancy test
PAP
pap smear,
specimen cells from the cervix
SBE
Self Breast Exam
OC
Oral Contraceptive
Birth Control
HUC
Health Unit Coordinator
LPN
Licensed Practical Nurse
MA, CMA
Medical Assistant (Certified)
CNA
Certified Nursing Assistant
MD
Medical Doctor