The Combining Form Heredit/o- Means "Genetic ________

question 153

Short Answer

The combining form heredit/o- means "genetic ________."

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Definitions:

Morbidly Obese

A classification of obesity where an individual has a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 40 or higher, indicating high risk of health complications.

Death Rates

A measure of the frequency of death in a specific population, typically expressed per 1000 or 100,000 persons per year.

Demographic Trends

Patterns or changes in the characteristics of a population over time, such as age, race, or income.

Obese

Obese describes a condition marked by excessive body fat, which can significantly raise the risk of various health issues such as heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure.