The combining form pelv(i) denotes which region?

The combining form pelv(i) denotes which region?

• A. Jaw
• B. Tibia
• C. Pelvis, hip bone
• D. Skull

Answer: (C)

Pelv(i) denotes the pelvic region—the pelvis and hip bones. This combining form is used for structures of the lower trunk where the pelvic girdle sits, including the hip bones (ilium, ischium, and pubis) that join at the acetabulum and connect to the sacrum and femurs. That’s why pelvic or pelvis refer to this area. It doesn’t refer to the jaw (mandibul- or gnath-), the tibia (tibi-), or the skull (crani- or cephal-). The pelvis is a basin-like structure that supports organs and provides attachment for the lower limbs, which helps you remember why pelvi- is linked to this region.

Pelv(i) denotes the pelvic region—the pelvis and hip bones. This combining form is used for structures of the lower trunk where the pelvic girdle sits, including the hip bones (ilium, ischium, and pubis) that join at the acetabulum and connect to the sacrum and femurs. That’s why pelvic or pelvis refer to this area. It doesn’t refer to the jaw (mandibul- or gnath-), the tibia (tibi-), or the skull (crani- or cephal-). The pelvis is a basin-like structure that supports organs and provides attachment for the lower limbs, which helps you remember why pelvi- is linked to this region.