deficiency status
[dɪˈfɪʃənsi ˈsteɪtəs]
nounpl: deficiency statuses
estado de deficiência
1. The condition or classification indicating a lack or shortage of a necessary substance, nutrient, or resource in the body or system
The patient's deficiency status was assessed through blood tests to determine vitamin levels.
O estado de deficiência do paciente foi avaliado através de exames de sangue para determinar os níveis de vitaminas.
2. In medical or nutritional contexts, the official designation of whether someone is lacking in specific nutrients or minerals
Her iron deficiency status improved after supplementation.
Seu estado de deficiência de ferro melhorou após a suplementação.
3. In administrative or institutional settings, the classification of inadequacy in meeting certain standards or requirements
The school's deficiency status triggered additional funding and oversight.
O estado de deficiência da escola desencadeou financiamento e supervisão adicionais.
The term 'deficiency status' is commonly used in medical, nutritional, and educational contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, it may also refer to institutional classifications for schools needing intervention. In Portugal, the term 'carência' is preferred over 'deficiência' in many contexts.
Related Idioms & Phrases
in a state of deficiency
address a deficiency status
correct deficiency status
improve deficiency status
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