1. A specific region, location, or zone that is being inspected, investigated, or studied
The area under examination revealed several structural defects.
A área em exame revelou vários defeitos estruturais.
2. In medical contexts, the specific body part or region being evaluated during diagnosis
The doctor focused on the area under examination with great care.
O médico concentrou-se na área em exame com muito cuidado.
3. In academic or research contexts, the subject matter or field of study being analyzed
The area under examination requires further investigation.
A área em exame requer investigação adicional.