Apply It: 6.4 Medical Term Translation

Define the medical term mammography.

an x-ray examination of the breasts to detect any presence of tumors or precancerous cells

Define the medical term sarcoma.

a malignant tumor that arises from connective tissues, including hard and, more commonly, soft tissues

Define the medical term teletherapy.

radiation therapy administered at a distance from the body

Define the medical term rubella.

a viral infection characterized by a low-grade fever, swollen glands, inflamed eyes, and a fine, pink rash

Define the medical term chemotherapy.

the use of chemical agents and drugs in combinations selected to destroy malignant cells and tissues