Urology And Nephrology Practice Test

Which combining form means 'glomerulus'?

Cyst/o Glomerul/o Nephr/o Prostat/o

Correct Answer:

Glomerul/o

Explanation:

Glomerul/o is the combining form for glomerulus. The glomerulus is the tiny cluster of capillaries in the nephron where filtration starts, forming the basis of many kidney terms such as glomerulonephritis or glomerulopathy. The other forms refer to different structures: cyst/o to the bladder or a cyst, nephr/o to the kidney in general, and prostat/o to the prostate gland.

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