Clinical Context
Precise anatomical positioning terminology
Examples
suprapubic
above the pubis
suprarenal
above the kidney
supraventricular
above the ventricles
suprasternal
above the breastbone
supraclavicular
above the collarbone
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the prefix "supra-"
What does the prefix "supra-" mean?+
The prefix "supra-" comes from Latin and means above, over.
How is this prefix used in medical terminology?+
Precise anatomical positioning terminology
What are some common medical terms using this prefix?+
suprapubic (above the pubis), suprarenal (above the kidney), supraventricular (above the ventricles), suprasternal (above the breastbone), supraclavicular (above the collarbone)