CRCST Practice Exam

Disable ads (and more) with a membership for a one time $2.99 payment

Prepare effectively for the CRCST Exam with comprehensive quizzes and resources that offer insights and explanations. Boost your confidence and enhance your knowledge as you face your certification with clarity!

Practice this question and more.

Which suffix in medical terminology refers to "surgical removal"?

-tomy
-ostomy
-ectomy
-plasty

The correct answer is: -ectomy

The correct answer is C. -ectomy. In medical terminology, the suffix "-ectomy" specifically refers to the surgical removal of a specified body part or tissue. For example, "appendectomy" refers to the surgical removal of the appendix. Option A, -tomy, refers to an incision or cutting into a body part. Option B, -ostomy, refers to the surgical creation of an opening in a particular area of the body. Option D, -plasty, refers to surgical repair or reconstruction of a body part.