elevated values

[ˈɛlɪveɪtɪd ˈvæljuːz]
noun phrase
valores elevados
1. Higher than normal or expected measurements, levels, or amounts of something, particularly in medical, financial, or statistical contexts
The patient's elevated values of glucose indicate possible diabetes.
Os valores elevados de glicose do paciente indicam possível diabetes.
2. Increased numerical results in laboratory tests or diagnostic assessments
Elevated values of liver enzymes were found in the blood test.
Foram encontrados valores elevados de enzimas hepáticas no exame de sangue.
3. Higher than standard or baseline figures in financial, statistical, or performance measurements
The company reported elevated values in quarterly profits.
A empresa relatou valores elevados nos lucros trimestrais.
In Brazilian medical and scientific contexts, 'valores elevados' is the standard clinical terminology used by healthcare professionals and in formal documentation. The phrase is essential in medical communications and laboratory reports, reflecting a technical and formal register across both Brazil and Portugal.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
high valuesincreased levelsabove-normal readingsheightened measurements
Antonyms / Antônimos
low valuesdecreased levelsreduced readingsbelow-normal measurements

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
valores elevados
Standard term used in medical and technical contexts throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
valores altos
Commonly used alternative phrasing in casual speech
São Paulo
valores elevados / valores acima do normal
Formal usage in medical and business settings
Portugal
valores elevados
Standard Portuguese term, used identically to Brazilian Portuguese in medical contexts

Related Words

abnormal valuesnormal rangetest resultsclinical findingslab work

Related Idioms & Phrases

within normal range
off the charts
through the roof
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