Analytical quality control

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-000556",
  "term": "Analytical quality control",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A set of procedures and practices implemented to monitor the reliability and accuracy of analytical measurements within a laboratory. This system involves regular checks and calibrations to verify that results meet predefined standards. It includes the use of control charts and reference materials to track performance over time.",
  "subject": "Analytical Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "accuracy",
    "precision"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1982, 54, 1533. 'Glossary of terms used in nuclear analytical chemistry (Provisional)' on page 1535 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac198254081533)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/analytical-quality-control/"
}