Which of the Following Is the Correct Breakdown and Translation

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term hypophysectomy?

• A) hypophys (pancreas) + ectomy (cut) = cutting into the pancreas
• B) hypophys (pituitary gland) + ectomy (surgical removal) = surgical removal of the pituitary gland
• C) hypo (over) + phys (gland) + ectomy (cut) = cutting into the gland
• D) hypo (under) + phys (gland) + ectomy (cut) = cutting under the gland