The Combining Form Carcin/o- Means "________

question 16

Short Answer

The combining form carcin/o- means "________."

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Definitions:

Teniae Coli

Long, ribbon-like bands of smooth muscle on the surface of the colon, contributing to its segmentation and movement.

Longitudinal Layer

In anatomy, the longitudinal layer refers to muscle fibers oriented lengthwise in an organ, such as those found in the digestive tract, aiding in its contraction and relaxation.

Portal Triad

Branches of the portal vein, hepatic artery, and hepatic duct bound together in the connective tissue that divides the liver into lobules.

Central Vein

A vein that is situated at the center of the hepatic lobules of the liver, collecting blood from the hepatic sinusoids and outflowing it into the hepatic veins.