MEDICINE MCQ
RESPIRATORY MEDICINE
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What is the English Meaning of the Medical Term Aden/o [ ADEN/O ]?
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Gland
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Hallow Space
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Cavity or Socket
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Breath, Breathing
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Lung or Air
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Adeno-: Prefix referring to a gland, as in adenoma and adenopathy. From the Greek aden meaning originally “an acorn” and later “a gland” in the form of an acorn.
Detailed explanation-2: -(gland) An organ that makes one or more substances, such as hormones, digestive juices, sweat, tears, saliva, or milk. Endocrine glands release the substances directly into the bloodstream. Exocrine glands release the substances into a duct or opening to the inside or outside of the body.
Detailed explanation-3: -adeno-in American English (ˈædənˌoʊ ) gland or glands.
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