Medical Terminology Quiz: Dermatology

Dermatology is the branch of medicine specializing in the skin, nails, and hair, known as the integumentary system.

Fun Fact: The skin is the largest body organ and covers an area of about 20 square feet.

From:

Exploring Medical Language. 11th Edition, Elsevier Chapter 4, The Integumentary System

Basic Medical Language, 7th Edition, Elsevier Lesson 3, The Integumentary System

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