Asked by Riley Dunagan on Jul 07, 2024
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In the term oliguria,the prefix olig- means:
A) against.
B) excessive.
C) water.
D) scanty.
Oliguria
A medical term for reduced urine output, usually defined as less than 400 milliliters per day in adults.
Olig-
A prefix meaning "few" or "small," used in medical terms to indicate a reduced quantity.
Scanty
Insufficient in quantity; minimal or sparse.
- Understand the terminology associated with the urinary system, including medical prefixes and suffixes.
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Nishi PrabhaJul 12, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The prefix olig- means "scanty" or "few." Oliguria refers to a medical condition in which a person produces abnormally low amounts of urine.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the terminology associated with the urinary system, including medical prefixes and suffixes.