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What does the root 'hepat-' refer to in medical terms?

Heart
Kidney
Liver
Stomach

The correct answer is: Liver

The root 'hepat-' is derived from the Greek word "hepar," which specifically means liver. In medical terminology, this root is commonly found in various terms related to liver functions or diseases, such as hepatitis (inflammation of the liver) and hepatic (pertaining to the liver). Understanding this root is essential for recognizing and interpreting medical language related to liver health. The other roots in the context of the choices refer to different organs: the root for heart is 'cardio-', the root for kidney is 'nephro-', and the root for stomach is 'gastr-'. This distinction highlights the specific relevance of 'hepat-' to liver-related terminology.