The Ultimate Medical Terminology Challenge: Master the Language of Medicine

Which abnormality is represented by the suffix '-penia'?

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'-penia' indicates a deficiency, lack, or decrease in count. For example, "leukopenia" is an abnormal decrease in white blood cells, and "osteopenia" refers to lower-than-normal bone mineral density.

Which abnormality is represented by the suffix '-penia'?

Enlargement of tissue

Chronic cell infection

Cellular multiplication

Deficiency or low count

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