elevated levels

[ˈɛlɪˌveɪtɪd ˈlɛvəlz]
noun phrase
níveis elevados
1. measurements or quantities that are higher than normal, expected, or safe standards
The patient has elevated levels of cholesterol in their blood.
O paciente possui níveis elevados de colesterol no sangue.
2. abnormally high concentrations of a substance or condition
The city reported elevated levels of pollution during rush hour.
A cidade relatou níveis elevados de poluição durante a hora do rush.
3. increased amounts beyond baseline or reference values
Elevated levels of stress hormones can affect sleep quality.
Níveis elevados de hormônios do estresse podem afetar a qualidade do sono.
This phrase is commonly used in medical, scientific, environmental, and business contexts in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazilian healthcare discussions, 'níveis elevados' is standard terminology used by doctors and health professionals. It reflects increasing global concern with health metrics, pollution, and quantifiable measurements in daily discourse.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
high levelsincreased levelsheightened levelsexcessive levelsabove-normal levels
Antonyms / Antônimos
low levelsreduced levelsnormal levelsdecreased levelsbaseline levels

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
níveis elevados
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
níveis altos
Alternative informal expression
São Paulo
níveis elevados
Standard usage in business and medical contexts
Portugal
níveis elevados
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; also 'valores elevados' in technical contexts

Related Words

concentrationmeasurementthresholdabnormalexcessiveheightenedquantification

Related Idioms & Phrases

reach elevated levels
at elevated levels
spike to elevated levels
maintain elevated levels
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