Question

choose the correct answer. which word part means \loosening or setting free\? -desis -lysis -otomy -ectomy

Explanation:

In medical - etymology, the suffix "-lysis" means loosening or setting free. For example, in "hemolysis", it refers to the breakdown (loosening) of red blood cells. The suffix "-desis" means binding; "-otomy" means cutting into; "-ectomy" means removal.

Answer:

B. -lysis