Analytical intercomparison

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-000553",
  "term": "Analytical intercomparison",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A program where multiple laboratories analyze identical samples using their own methods and instruments, and then compare their results. This process assesses the comparability and accuracy of analytical measurements across different facilities. It serves as a quality assurance tool to evaluate laboratory performance and validate analytical methods.",
  "subject": "Analytical Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "accuracy"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1982, 54, 1533. 'Glossary of terms used in nuclear analytical chemistry (Provisional)' on page 1544 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac198254081533)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/analytical-intercomparison/"
}