Elevated
Elevated (medical term)
Elevated (/ɪˈlɛvɪteɪd/), in the context of medicine, refers to an increase or higher than normal level of a substance or a body function. It is often used to describe conditions such as Elevated blood pressure, Elevated heart rate, and Elevated blood sugar levels.
Etymology
The term 'elevated' originates from the Latin word 'elevatus', which means 'raised up'. In the medical context, it has been used since the late 19th century to describe increased levels of certain substances or functions in the body.
Related Terms
- Hypertension: Also known as elevated blood pressure, it is a condition where the force of the blood against the artery walls is too high.
- Tachycardia: This refers to an elevated heart rate, or a heart rate that exceeds the normal resting rate.
- Hyperglycemia: This is a condition characterized by an elevated level of glucose in the blood, commonly associated with diabetes.
See Also
- Lowered: The opposite of elevated, referring to a decrease or lower than normal level of a substance or a body function.
- Normal Range: The range in which a normal, healthy individual’s bodily substance or function should fall.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Elevated
- Wikipedia's article - Elevated
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