In the Term Lymphedema,the Suffix -Edema Means

question 36

Multiple Choice

In the term lymphedema,the suffix -edema means:

• A) fluid.
• B) swelling.
• C) lymph.
• D) globe.

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Definitions:

Thyroid Gland

An endocrine gland located in the neck that produces hormones regulating growth, development, and metabolic rate.

Immune Response

The body's defensive reaction to foreign substances or pathogens, involving recognition, attack, and elimination.

Specificity

The ability of a test or method to correctly identify those without the condition or trait being tested for, minimizing false positives.

Helper T Cells

A type of T cell that plays a critical role in the immune system by activating and directing other immune cells, such as macrophages, B cells, and cytotoxic T cells.