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What does -centesis stand for?

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What is the suffix of centesis?

The suffix of "centesis" is "-esis."


What is amino centesis?

is there anything i.e. amino centesis or it is only....amniocentesis


What does the root word centesis mean?

The root word 'centesis' means 'puncture, perforate.'


Does centesis mean to see or a visual examination?

-centesis is a surgical punture of cavity for aspiration & drainage of fluid. As in thoracentesis,amniocentesis.


What suffix is a surgical punture?

The suffix for a surgical puncture is "-centesis."


What is the medical terminology combining form meaning surgical puncture?

centesis- is the suffix meaning a surgical puncture to remove fluid. An example would be amniocentesis. punturing of the aminotic sac to remove amnion for testing. -centesis


Is there a medical procedure called tapping to eliminate fluids?

Yes, a medical term for "tapping" is "centesis."


How do you divide tympanocentesis into its word part?

tym - pa - no - cen - te - sis


What is the medical terminology combining form meaning puncture?

-centesis is the medical terminology combining form meaning puncture.


What diagnostic test is the removal of fluid from a joint?

Arthrocentesis...arthro means joint, and centesis is the removal of fluid from a joint. :-D


What is the suffix of Arthrocentesis?

'osteo' is the prefix. 'arthro' is the root. 'itis' is the suffix. Together, it's osteoarthritis.


What is amniocenteses?

(pregnancy) extraction by centesis of amniotic fluid from a pregnant woman (after the 15th week of pregnancy) to aid in the diagnosis of fetal abnormalities