What does the prefix "epi" mean?

1 Answer
May 25, 2016

The prefix epi- means upon, on or above.

Explanation:

The prefix epi- means upon, on or above.

Tissue layers that begin with the prefix epi- are usually form the outer boundary.

The epidermis is the outermost layer of the Integument.

The epicardium is a dense tissue layer surrounding the heart.