Patello- is the medicla terminology combining form meaning kneecap.
Patellofemoral is the term meaning related to the kneecap and upper leg bone.
The combining form in the word "patellofemoral" is "patello-" and "femoral." "Patello-" refers to the patella, or kneecap, while "femoral" pertains to the femur, or thigh bone. Together, the term describes the relationship between the patella and the femur, typically in the context of knee joint function or pathology.
You have spelled it correctly, kneecap. A kneecap is the patella.
The combining form for potassium is kal/i.
The combining form for dermatologist is dermat/o.
The combining form for "gingivo-" is "gingiv/o-".
-ologist is the combining form meaning specialist.
The combining form of the word "asymptomatic" is "asympto-."
The combining form for imperfect is dysto-.
Combining form for shape
The combining form is that the prefix osteo- is added.
The combining form for sugar is "glyc/o".