Definition

Related to the study of cells and their structure, function, and behavior.

Example

The cytologic analysis revealed important information about the patient's health.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new cytologic techniques they are using in research?

Yeah, I read an article about that! It sounds really interesting.

I think understanding cytologic details can really help in diagnosing diseases.

Absolutely! It could change the way we approach treatments in the future.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cytologic → It is formed from "cyto-" (from Greek "kytos", meaning cell) and "-logic" (from Greek "logia", meaning study or science). The word "cytologic" refers to the study or science of cells.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cyto-' meaning 'cell' and '-logic' meaning 'study' — so cytologic is all about the study of cells.

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