The purpose of this review flashcard list is for you to get an understanding of the common combining forms and root words related to cells and tissues.
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#1 aden/o
Aden/o is the combining form for "gland".
A gland is an organ that produces hormones, digestive juices and other bodily fluids like sweat, tears, saliva and milk.
#2 cyt/o
Cyt/o is the combining form for "cell".
A cell is the basic structural and functional unit of all living organisms that can function on its own. Cells make up all living organisms and tissues in the body.
#3 fibr/o
Fibr/o is the combining form for "fiber".
Fiber can be characterized as any elongated, thread-like structure.
#4 hist/o, histi/o
Hist/o or histi/o is the combining form for "tissue".
A tissue is a collection of cells that share the same structure and function as one entity. Four types of tissue are defined by their structure and function: epithelial, connective, muscular, and nervous.
#5 morph/o
Morph/o is the combining form for "form".
A form is a shape, outline, or configuration of something.
#6 myx/o, muc/o
Myx/o or muc/o is the combining form for "mucus".
Mucus is a thick, sticky fluid produced by the membranes that line certain body parts, like the nose, mouth, throat, and vagina.
#7 nucle/o, kary/o
Nucle/o or kary/o is the combining form for "nucleus".
A nucleus is the cell membrane-covered organelle within a cell that contains the genetic material.
#8 papill/o
Papill/o is a combining form for "nipple-like".
Papilla is a nipple-like projection of an organ or part of the body.
#9 reticul/o
Reticul/o is a combining form that pertains to "network".
A network is a web-like structure of intersecting fibers, strands, or tubules.
#10 somat/o
Somat/o is a combining form that pertains to "body".
A body describes the entire physical structure of a thing.
