andr-

DEFINITION of andr-

man, male

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ETYMOLOGY of andr-

greek aner, andros

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RELATED TERMS to andr-

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DERIVATIONS of andr-

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Combining Form: andr-

Short Definition

Relating to males or male characteristics.

Long Definition

The combining form andr- refers to male sex, male hormones, or male characteristics. It appears in endocrinology, reproductive medicine, and genetics.

Etymology

• greek anēr/andros → “man, male”

Related Terms

Term	Meaning
test-	testes
gonad-	reproductive glands

Common Medical Terms

• Androgen - male hormone
• Andropause - male hormonal decline
• Andrology - study of male reproductive health

Documentation Clues

• “Low testosterone”
• “Male infertility”
• “Androgen deficiency”

Coder’s Notes

Hormone‑related diagnoses often require lab confirmation for coding accuracy.