The combining form "erythrocytosis" refers to an increase in the number of red blood cells (erythrocytes) in the bloodstream. The prefix "erythro-" denotes red, while the suffix "-cytosis" indicates an increase in cells. This condition can result from various factors, including chronic hypoxia, certain tumors, or polycythemia vera. Erythrocytosis can lead to increased blood viscosity and may pose health risks if not managed properly.
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The combining form for "gingivo-" is "gingiv/o-".
The combining form for dermatologist is dermat/o.
The combining form for potassium is kal/i.
-ologist is the combining form meaning specialist.
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The combining form for sugar is "glyc/o".
The combining form for "flesh" is "sarc/o" or "sarc-".
The combining form for cervix is cervic/o.
The combining form is that the prefix osteo- is added.
The combining form of the word "asymptomatic" is "asympto-."
The combining form for imperfect is dysto-.