Analyte

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-000547",
  "term": "Analyte",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The chemical species, substance, or component of interest whose presence, concentration, or properties are being determined or measured in an analytical procedure. It is the target of the analysis within a sample matrix. Examples include specific ions, molecules, or elements that are quantified or identified.",
  "subject": "Analytical Chemistry",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1989, 61, 1657. 'Nomenclature for automated and mechanised analysis (Recommendations 1989)' on page 1660 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac198961091657)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/analyte/"
}