Master Canadian Nursing Abbreviations

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What does 'creat' stand for in medical terminology?

creatinine
creative
creator
creation

The correct answer is: creatinine

Explanation 'Creat' stands for 'creatinine' in medical terminology. Creatinine is a waste product produced by muscles and excreted through urine, and it is used in medical tests to assess kidney function. Option B, creative, is incorrect as it refers to the ability to create or think outside of the box, which is not related to medical terminology. Option C, creator, is incorrect as it refers to a person who has created something, which is not related to medical terminology. Option D, creation, is incorrect as it refers to the act or process of bringing something into existence, which is not related to medical terminology. The correct answer, A, is the only option that is directly related to medical terminology and its definition.