Which term means relating to the stomach and intestines?

• A. Gastrointestinal
• B. Hematologic
• C. Hydration
• D. Hygiene

Answer: (A)

Relating to anatomy terms, the correct choice is the one that means connecting to the stomach and intestines. Gastrointestinal uses gastro- for the stomach and intestinal for the intestines, together describing the entire digestive tract from the stomach through the intestines. This term is used to talk about anything involving that system, like gastrointestinal symptoms or a gastrointestinal tract. The other terms refer to different concepts: hematologic is about blood, hydration concerns fluids in the body, and hygiene relates to cleanliness.