hyper-

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Above normal, excessive, or beyond.

Example: hyperglycemia (high blood glucose)

Sources

• Appendix A: Word Parts and What They Mean · MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine
• Anatomy and Physiology 2e, Chapter 17 Key Terms · OpenStax

Terms built with hyper-

• hyperglycemiaHigh blood glucose: thirst, dry mouth, frequent urination, blurry vision and tiredness. Report it and follow…
• hypertensionBlood pressure that stays above the normal range over time; also called high blood pressure.

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