A Combining Form That Means Tears Is ________

question 38

Short Answer

A combining form that means tears is ________.

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Definitions:

Colectomy

Surgical removal of all or part of the colon, often to treat diseases of the colon including cancer.

Colonoscopy

A diagnostic procedure that uses a long, flexible tube with a camera to view the interior lining of the colon and rectum.

Colostomy

A surgical procedure that creates an opening for the colon through the abdomen to allow bodily waste to exit through a stoma.

Serous Fluid

A clear, yellowish fluid that fills the space between the lining of the abdomen and abdominal organs, acting as a lubricant.