Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
phlebo
Prefix
ˈflē-(ˌ)bō
Definition
A prefix used in medical terminology, typically relating to veins.
Examples
- Phlebotomy is the process of making an incision in a vein to draw blood.
- Phlebology is the medical specialty focused on the treatment of vein disorders.
Meaning
Phlebo is derived from the Greek word ‘phlebos’, meaning vein, and is often used to describe conditions, procedures, or instruments that pertain to veins.
Synonyms
- Vein
- Blood vessel
