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Medical Root Words
Ren-
Commonly found in terms like renal failure, nephrology, or renal artery.
Literal Meaning
Kidney
Actual Meaning
This refers to the KIDNEYS. So "renal failure" means kidney failure.
Examples in Context

Renal failure occurs when the kidneys cease to function properly.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Remember 'Ren-' relates to renal and kidney function.
  • 2Think of 'renal' as a direct synonym for kidney.
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