Biology Prefixes and Suffixes: angio. Definition: The prefix (angio-) comes from the Greek angeion for vessel. The prefix (angio-) refers to a receptacle, vessel, shell or container. Examples: Angioblast (angio-blast) - embryonic cell that develops into blood cells and blood vessel endothelium.
1 Immune system - Spleen. 2  Major functions of the spleen include removing abnormal blood cells and making components of the immune system. 3  Since the spleen is involved in so many bodily functions, it is vulnerable to a range of disorders.  Disorders of the spleen include splenomegaly, hypersplenism and splenic rupture.
Quick Answer. The spleen is located on the left side of the abdomen, under the ribcage and toward the back of the body. The primary function of the spleen is to filter the blood, recycle red blood cells, and store platelets along with white blood cells. Continue Reading.